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New York Times Journalist James Risen on Fighting Censorship, Endless War
Few journalists know the cruelty of government censorship as well as James Risen.
Climate Disrupted Culture: Media in the Mess-Age
Monopolizing holdings allows for media companies to maximize profits and minimize expenses; more importantly, it allows for greater editorial control of content.
Robert McChesney: Corporate Media Covering 2016 Election Through Eyes of Clinton Campaign
McChesney says reporters failed simply to ask questions about what exactly happened over the weekend when Sanders supporters erupted in protest at the Nevada state Democratic convention.
Donald Trump Vows to Sue The New York Times in Latest Show of Disregard for Press Freedom
Trump is reportedly considering suing The New York Times after it ran a major report on his past treatment of women.
Donald Trump Set to Be GOP Nominee Despite Links to Organized Crime
Trump has a history of close relationships with organized crime figures in the US.
Happy Endings and Innocence: Media Myths of Mass Incarceration
James Kilgore says that pop culture works to poorly frame the crisis of mass incarceration as one about “innocence,” as opposed to one of human rights.
Panama Papers: World Leaders and Rich Lawbreakers Exposed in Massive Data Leak
Fallout from the leaks has prompted investigations and calls for resignation.
Noam Chomsky on Corporate Media and Activism
Professor Noam Chomsky talks about the corporate media, their institutional role and which interests they serve.
How the Kochs Tried (and Failed) to Discredit Reporter Jane Mayer After She Exposed Their Empire
Mayer reveals the Kochs hired a private firm to discredit her reporting.
Rights Lab: Can the Government Spy on My Phone?
Who are Stingrays used on - and is it legal?