Free Press Focus
The Alliance has long advocated for First Amendment protections and for an open and transparent government. Journalists serve a valuable role in providing reliable and truthful information to the public and provide exceptional content that meets the highest journalistic standards. Lawmakers must recognize and protect the fundamental rights of free speech and freedom of the press.
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![Alliance Joins Brief in Support of Shielding Slain Nevada Journalist’s Confidential Materials](https://www.newsmediaalliance.org/wp-content/plugins/pt-content-views-pro/public/assets/images/lazy_image.png)
Alliance Joins Brief in Support of Shielding Slain Nevada Journalist’s Confidential Materials
![Alliance Joins Brief Challenging Virginia Governor’s Office Reliance on “Working Papers” Exemption to Withhold Records](https://www.newsmediaalliance.org/wp-content/plugins/pt-content-views-pro/public/assets/images/lazy_image.png)
Alliance Joins Brief Challenging Virginia Governor’s Office Reliance on “Working Papers” Exemption to Withhold Records
![Alliance Joins Brief Arguing Outdated Technology Not an Excuse to Avoid Disclosure Requirements](https://www.newsmediaalliance.org/wp-content/plugins/pt-content-views-pro/public/assets/images/lazy_image.png)
Alliance Joins Brief Arguing Outdated Technology Not an Excuse to Avoid Disclosure Requirements
![Statement: News/Media Alliance Applauds House Judiciary for Unanimous Vote in Favor of the PRESS Act](https://www.newsmediaalliance.org/wp-content/plugins/pt-content-views-pro/public/assets/images/lazy_image.png)
Statement: News/Media Alliance Applauds House Judiciary for Unanimous Vote in Favor of the PRESS Act
![Alliance Joins Comments on Proposed Rules for Drone Use in New York City](https://www.newsmediaalliance.org/wp-content/plugins/pt-content-views-pro/public/assets/images/lazy_image.png)
Alliance Joins Comments on Proposed Rules for Drone Use in New York City
![Alliance Joins Brief Defending Netflix in Support of First Amendment Rights](https://www.newsmediaalliance.org/wp-content/plugins/pt-content-views-pro/public/assets/images/lazy_image.png)