Top editors are rallying behind Poland’s independent media as it comes under increased scrutiny from the country’s right-wing, nationalist government.
In a joint statement, the editors in chief of local outlets such as Fakt, Polityka and Gazeta Radomszczańska as well as international media such as Forbes and Canal+, have said they “declare our unwavering dedication to stand firm and defend the independence of Polish journalism.”
“Newsrooms under our leadership will exhibit solidarity and resolutely inform the public about any attempts by the ruling party to exert influence over the media,” reads the statement.
“Together, we will strive to preserve a media landscape that is free and independent, serving as the cornerstone of our democratic society and safeguarding the public’s right to access credible information.”
Poland will hold elections later this year for the Sejm (general parliament) and the Senate. In the lead-up to the elections, media control...
In a joint statement, the editors in chief of local outlets such as Fakt, Polityka and Gazeta Radomszczańska as well as international media such as Forbes and Canal+, have said they “declare our unwavering dedication to stand firm and defend the independence of Polish journalism.”
“Newsrooms under our leadership will exhibit solidarity and resolutely inform the public about any attempts by the ruling party to exert influence over the media,” reads the statement.
“Together, we will strive to preserve a media landscape that is free and independent, serving as the cornerstone of our democratic society and safeguarding the public’s right to access credible information.”
Poland will hold elections later this year for the Sejm (general parliament) and the Senate. In the lead-up to the elections, media control...
- 6/28/2023
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