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Press Freedom

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Split image showing a decaying printing press on one side and a lively community meeting on the other, symbolizing the decline and potential revival of local journalism's impact on civic engagement.

Local Journalism's Role in Civic Engagement: Erosion and Restoration

The United States' press freedom ranking plummeted 20 spots in five years, landing at 64th globally, according to USA Today .

Derek Molina·July 21, 2026