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What does it mean?
Goodman calls for media that empowers people and reflects democratic values.
In plain terms
Create media that serves the public.
What can you take from it?
Build inclusive media systems.

Where it applies

  • advocacy
  • journalism practice
  • civic engagement

Putting it to work

  • supporting independent media
  • demanding accountability

Questions to consider

  • What does true character look like?
  • How do we build this?

Another view

It idealizes the potential for media without addressing structural barriers.

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