Continued Detention of Cameroonian Journalist an Affront to Free Expression
"This is an obvious injustice, and one that sends a loud message to Cameroonian journalists and everyday citizens alike that the Cameroonian government does not take free expression rights… More
Cameroonian Rapper Valsero Released After Nearly Nine Months of Detention
We are overjoyed that Valsero is finally free to reunite with his family and make music in peace. More
PEN America to Monitor Trial of Unjustly Incarcerated Cameroonian Rapper
PEN America has called his persecution an “inexcusable violation of artistic freedom of expression,” and says the charges must be dropped immediately. More
Cameroonian Rapper and Activist to Appear Before Court, Could Face Death Penalty
"This is clearly a targeted attempt to silence an internationally known and beloved rapper who strives, both through his music and his activism, to critique the government and inspire… More
DARE: White House Sets Record for Longest Span with No Press Briefings
President Trump says he told White House press secretary 'not to bother' with press briefings, a forum for the public to see journalists question the... More
DARE: Some of the Popular Images and Themes the Russians Posted on Social Media
Further evidence emerges of Russian operatives interfering in the 2016 U.S. presidential election, including by targeting black voters and dissuading... More
DARE: White House Suspends Press Access for CNN’s Jim Acosta
White House revokes press credentials from CNN correspondent Jim Acosta after a testy exchange in which the president called the reporter rude and a White.. More
DARE: Yesterday, they walked out of class. Now, they’re forced to stay after school
Scattered reports of students being punished by school administrators for participating in nationwide 17-minute walkout protesting gun violence. More
DARE: Confederate Statues in Memphis Are Removed After City Council Vote
Confederate statues in Memphis are removed after city council vote, as municipalities around the United States commission statues and memorials dedicated... More
DARE: MSNBC decides to bring back Sam Seder after controversy
MSNBC rehires Sam Seder, days after cutting ties with him following a campaign by far-right activists led by Mike Cernovich, peddler of the Pizzagate conspiracy theory. More
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