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U.S. Hosts Live Press-Freedom Conversation Sept. 21, 2026

By Drooid · Sep 22, 2026, 3:31 AM UTC · How we work

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The United States will host a live-streamed conversation on press freedom at 6 p.m. ET on Sept 21, 2026.
Award-winning journalist Judy Woodruff will speak about the evolving media landscape.
New York Times columnist Jamelle Bouie will discuss press challenges in 2026 and beyond.
Panelists will examine journalism’s role in sustaining a free society and its constitutional responsibilities.
The live stream is presented in partnership with Monticello.

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The United States will host a live-streamed conversation on press freedom at 6 p.m. ET on Sept 21, 2026.
Award-winning journalist Judy Woodruff will speak about the evolving media landscape.
New York Times columnist Jamelle Bouie will discuss press challenges in 2026 and beyond.
Panelists will examine journalism’s role in sustaining a free society and its constitutional responsibilities.
The live stream is presented in partnership with Monticello.