No Bailout for Newspapers, Please!
I hear the Senate is thinking of introducing legislation that would bail out newspapers. A bill, sponsored by Maryland Senator Cardin, has been introduced that would allow newspapers to operate as “educational” non-profits as long as they don’t endorse political candidates. Everyone has their hands out for help these days, but this bill is ill-considered and should not be passed.
Here is why I’m opposed to a bill that would “bail out” newspapers:
It threatens the independence of newspaper journalism. Journalism is about expression of opinion, including opinions about political candidates, elected officials, and legislation. It’s called “Freedom of the Press” and …read more