Video: “The Growing Threats to Journalists” presented by Andy Alexander

by | Jan 25, 2024

Foothill Forum Chair Andy Alexander discussed threats to news reporters Wednesday evening at the Rappahannock library. Jan. 24, 2024.
Foothill Forum Chair Andy Alexander discussed threats to news reporters Wednesday evening at the Rappahannock library. Jan. 24, 2024.

“The Growing Threats to Journalists” presented by Andy Alexander

Foothill Forum Chair Andy Alexander discussed threats to news reporters Wednesday evening at the Rappahannock library. Jan. 24, 2024.

As authoritarianism spreads, threats to journalists are growing around the globe – and here at home. The number of journalists killed or jailed is near record highs. But journalists now face new threats from digital surveillance aimed at identifying and silencing their sources. At the same time, online harassment of journalists and their families is increasing, along with the number of credible death threats.

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