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Virtual discussion centers on role of a free press in democracy

NLP in the News

The role of a free press in a democracy was the topic of discussion between NLP founder and CEO Alan Miller and former Library of Congress Publishing Office writer/editor Linda Barrett Osborne during a Poetry & Prose Live event Aug. 20. The virtual discussion, Guardians of Liberty: Freedom of the Press and the Nature of News,  explored how the First Amendment right to a free press has been essential to a functioning democracy throughout American history.

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Finding water in a news desert: Tips from three experts

Americans in 203 counties don’t have a local news outlet, recent research shows. During election season, a lack of local news presents a challenge to voters looking for vital information about ballot initiatives and candidates running for office. As information becomes harder to find, especially in rural areas, the News Literacy Project convened three experts…

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Vetting election information

The News Literacy Project is hosting a panel of experts who work with the military community for a virtual discussion about common types of election-related misinformation and practical tips and tools for finding reliable news sources before voting.

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