Democracy depends on the freedom of the press: The latest news on media and journalism

"Freedom of the press is not just important to democracy, it is democracy."

-Walter Cronkite

According to the Pew Research Center, more than eight-in-ten U.S. adults (86%) say they get news from a smartphone, computer or tablet. Americans say they prefer a digital platform – whether it is a news website (26%), search (12%), social media (11%) or podcasts (3%).* Traditional media remain important even for those people with the most gadgets. However, social media and non-traditional outlets are rising as the main source of how people stay informed. According to a report from the BBC, Instagram is the most popular news source among younger people.

In this information age, it's vital to have an open conversation on how the message is delivered.

Here are some of the latest stories in the Media and Journalism channel on Newswise. For a more in-depth look at social media issues, check out the Social Media channel.

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