Reporters Committee to Track Interference with News Media on the Presidential Campaign Trail

In response to the disturbing number of clashes and threats of violence against the news media during the presidential primaries, the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press has launched a service to track and, when appropriate, respond to interference with newsgathering during the fall campaign.

“Elections and freedom of the press are cornerstones of our democracy that should work hand-in-hand to ensure an informed electorate,” said Reporters Committee Executive Director Bruce D. Brown. “The fact that reporters are facing unprecedented obstacles to basic reporting on the campaigns demands our attention – and action.”

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