Why journalists must speak out about Gaza

Israel has targeted and killed at least 75 Palestinian journalists and media workers in attempts to silence the free press from witnessing the horrors of the occupation and siege of Gaza. Attacks on journalism and media are dangerous to us all.

We are U.S. journalists and media makers calling for a permanent ceasefire, freedom for all Palestinian political prisoners—including journalists—and a complete end to the military occupation of Palestine and the system of apartheid in Israel.

We can't be people-powered media without the people.

Southern politics

A Death Row Reprieve: One man's bittersweet reflection

On his original execution date, a wrongfully convicted man ponders the weight of knowing his death day.

After 30 years awaiting the death penalty on Ohio's Death Row, Keith LaMar's scheduled 2023 execution date was moved to 2027. 'Here I was, again, being reminded that my days on this earth are numbered, and the only thing I could feel was gratitude.'

Arts & Soul

Falling

Episode 1 of 'Great Grief with Nnenna Freelon,' Season 2: Seasons of Change.

The changing seasons are an apt metaphor to talk about the shedding, withering, and falling away that accompanies the most painful parts of grief. Nnenna Freelon takes us on a walk through the woods to contemplate autumn and the possibility of renewal.

Race & Place

Long reads

Essays & Letters