Opinion: independent journalism is a public good worth defending
Why credible reporting matters more than ever
Independent journalism is a public good — and like all public goods, it is easy to take for granted until it is gone.
The discipline of verification, the patience to provide context, and the willingness to correct mistakes openly are what separate journalism from the noise around it.
Defending that work is not about protecting an institution. It is about protecting the public's ability to make informed decisions.