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No Merger!

Comcast’s proposed takeover of NBC is bad news for consumers. But Washington and Wall Street have already bought into the idea that it's a done deal. That's why Americans need to speak out now and stop the mega-merger!

Who Owns the Media?

Just six companies control a huge amount of our country's media, on TV, radio, and even online. Who owns the media you use everyday — and how are they serving you?

The Crisis in Female and Minority Ownership

Media consolidation pushes women and people of color off the dial and out of the picture. Read more about the crisis in female and minority ownership in radio and TV.

Diversity in Media Ownership

We need diverse, independent media owners who have a strong connection to their audience and community. Find out about the range of organizations standing up for media diversity.

Corporate media giants are silencing diverse voices, abandoning quality journalism and eliminating local content.

It’s time to stand up for better media.

July 28, 2010 by Matt Schafer
In front of a crowd of 2,000 bloggers and citizen activists at Netroots Nation last week, Sen. Al Franken (D-Minn.) delivered an explosive speech about... [more]
July 22, 2010 by Matt Schafer
In a blow to local journalism and quality reporting, the Federal Communications Commission is supporting an old media cross-ownership rule that allows... [more]
July 13, 2010 by Megan Tady
Free Press President and CEO Josh Silver testified today before the Federal Communications Commission’s public forum on Comcast’s proposed... [more]
July 8, 2010 by Nick Russo
Next Tuesday, July 13th, the Federal Communications Commission will hold a public hearing at the Northwestern University Law School in Chicago regarding... [more]
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