Young woman in protests fighting for freedom, has now become a symbol of resistance

It’s challenging to overstate the importance of a free press. A free press – which includes newspapers, radio shows, TV news shows, etc – informs the public about issues that matter. Journalists hunt out and expose corruption, an act that’s essential to protecting human rights. A free press also facilitates a free exchange of ideas, which protects freedom of speech and expression. Without a free press, it’s easy for corrupt actors and authoritarian governments to get away with anything.