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World Press Freedom Day 2022

Global News, Common Stories Since 1993, World Press Freedom Day has served as a moment to honor the work of journalists and news organizations who use their platforms to hold… More

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World Press Freedom Day 2021

This World Press Freedom Day, PEN America is highlighting the writing of journalists that demonstrate the necessity of local new stories in fostering informed civil discourse. More

Christine Chung

Local Journalist Heroes: Christine Chung

“The way that people are responding to what they see as inadequacies in support from local government has been really uplifting. . . these kinds of positive stories are… More