Holly Lubart Receives City and State PA Above & Beyond Women Award
Today News/Media Alliance VP of Government Affairs, Holly Lubart, will receive the Above & Beyond Women Award from City and State Pennsylvania.
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Celebrating World Press Freedom Day
Today is the 30th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day, a day to recognize and appreciate the journalists and reporters who strive to keep us informed and connected to the world.
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Get the Facts on the John P. Murray Award for Excellence in Audience Development!
We’re so excited to accept your nominations for the 2021 John P. Murray Award for Excellence in Audience Development Award! So, what’s this award all about? See our breakdown of what we’re looking for and how to apply.
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The Perfect Holiday Gifts for Your Favorite Newshounds
Ever wondered what to get the journalist in your life? It’s no easy feat, since journalists live on coffee and Election Night pizza and crave little more than truth, justice and the occasional deadline extension. But if you feel up to the task of giving the news professional in your life a holiday gift, we’ve rounded up some options that even the most jaded journalist will love almost as much as they love breaking news and scooping the competition – maybe more!
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Facebook Whistleblower, Former Facebook Data Scientist Support Section 230 Reform
Reacting to yesterday’s congressional hearing and testimony by Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen, former Facebook data scientist Roddy Lindsay agrees with Haugen’s proposed solution to address the problem of big tech platforms spreading harmful misinformation and fake news – make the platforms liable for content they promote via their algorithms.
Intelligence Officials Express Concern Over Big Tech Breakup
On September 15, several former top national security officials sent a letter asking Congress to delay antitrust bills, because it
Biden Nominates Privacy Advocate to FTC
Biden recently nominated “longtime privacy advocate” Alvaro Bedoya to the FTC on Monday. Axios reports this nomination “signals aggressive action” from
Congress Prioritizing Privacy
On September 14, the House Energy and Commerce Committee voted in favor of giving the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) $1 billion to
The Facebook Files Reveal Direct Knowledge of Harmful Policies and Practices
The Wall Street Journal has begun a series called The Facebook Files based on internal emails and files the outlet
Taliban Continues Oppressing Press
As the Taliban has taken over Afghanistan, citizens have faced increasing danger amid the chaos. Journalists have been particularly at risk.