Proposed Expansion of Foreign Agent Laws in Russia Poses Clear Threat to Free Expression
“The proposed laws would infringe on constitutionally guaranteed rights, and yet, they will be almost impossible to challenge." More
PEN America Welcomes Rep. Schiff’s Bill Promoting Accountability for Human Rights Violations Against Journalists
“Rep. Schiff’s bill is an important step toward expanding protections for journalists who face risks of imprisonment, torture, and even death for the work they do every day discerning… More
PEN America Welcomes Senate Bill to Support Local News
“Establishing a federal commission on local news is a crucial step towards building a bipartisan commitment to a diverse, free, and sustainable press, which is foundational to ensuring all… More
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The European Union’s executive arm asked its member countries Thursday to better protect journalists amid a rise of physical attacks and online threats against media professionals. https://bit.ly/3kl3zRM
This #BannedBooksWeek, PEN America will host a series of virtual and in-person events that examine the current assaults on the freedom to express, the freedom to read, and the freedom to learn. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3llXGDf.
Russian officials talk of ‘not extending’ my visa. In fact, the FSB has designated me - a journalist - a‘security threat’
I talked to @PENamerica about how Russia needs a free press now more than ever & how local journalists face growing pressure https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/a-bbc-reporter-expelled-from-russia-then-tough/id1503245440?i=1000535616303
