WASHINGTON — Twelve groups delivered 110,000+ petition signatures that urge Congress to ensure that internet and phone services are available to all during the pandemic.
As outlets face a financial crisis, foundations, journalists, news organizations and community media have stepped up to address the situation together.
Twelve groups are calling on Congress to include funds in the next COVID-19 aid bill to ensure that people have phone and internet service during the pandemic.
WASHINGTON — On Wednesday, 12 partner organizations will host an online event calling on Congress to help bridge the digital divide during this critical moment.
Mike Rispoli of Free Press discusses deficiencies in local journalism, and the unique vulnerabilities that journalists face as essential workers during the pandemic.