COLUMNIST: 250 Years Later, Newspapers Remain Vital to Democracy

Free press protects democracy in a changing world

BENJY HAMM When the Declaration of Independence was signed 250 years ago, newspapers throughout the colonies shared the life-changing news with their readers. With all… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

COLUMNIST: 250 years later, newspapers remain vital to democracy

When the Declaration of Independence was signed 250 years ago, newspapers throughout the colonies shared the life-changing news with their readers.

GUEST EDITORIAL: Newspapers just as important as 250 years ago

As we celebrate National Newspaper Week during Oct. 4-10, it’s important to reflect on why the founders believed so strongly in the need for a free press to cover this nation without government control, without fear or favor and without…

Free press, independent journalists vital to the nation

Benjy HammBy Benjy HammGuest column When the Declaration of Independence was signed 250 years ago, newspapers throughout the colonies shared the life-changing news with their… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

Why local news matters 250 years after America’s founding

By Benjy HammInstitute for Rural Journalism and Community Issues When the Declaration of Independence was signed 250 years ago, newspapers throughout the colonies shared the life-changing news with their readers.  […]