News Voices Updates

Local journalism is disappearing around the country — but at a time of heightened threat, Free Press is working hard to ensure that people have the news they need.

In September, Free Press staff launched a project to safeguard democracy, fought for equitable and racially just journalism, and highlighted AI harms.

Your support could significantly increase our resources to expand affordable internet access, uphold Net Neutrality, combat hate and disinformation and so much more.

In June, Free Press staffers discussed surveillance practices, offered insight into Supreme Court cases, worked to transform local journalism and advanced the fight for media reparations.

In May, Free Press fought for a better future for journalism, confronted questions about AI, explored the state of protest rights and released important poll findings.

The comprehensive survey of 3,000 Americans shows that people believe the current media system is failing to meet the needs of a functioning democracy.

In April, Free Press staffers celebrated the return of Net Neutrality, pushed tech companies to combat election disinformation and held powerful workshops in Philly.