WASHINGTON, DC -- In response to a survey by the Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) on broadcast newsrooms and media safety, the following statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO Gordon Smith:
“Broadcast journalists play an essential role in documenting pivotal moments in American history from the front lines. That has never been more important than during the past year. NAB is gravely troubled by this study reporting the unprecedented level of harassment, intimidation and violence directed at journalists covering the historical events of 2020. These unacceptable attacks on our nation’s free press undermine our very democracy by preventing journalists’ ability to report the facts and keep the public informed. We are grateful to the dedicated broadcast journalists bringing the truth to Americans during these dangerous times.”
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