What We Say

A free and vibrant media, full of diverse and competing voices, is the lifeblood of America's democracy and culture, as well as an engine of growth for its economy. Therefore, it is absolutely crucial that our citizens be aware of and engaged in media policy.

Coalition Issues

Click on the following links to learn more about the issues that the organizations within the Media and Democracy Coalition work on. Then visit our What You Can Do page to learn about how you can get involved and strengthen our efforts!

Internet Policy

We are working to guarantee that Internet and broadband access are affordable, accessible, and fast, including support for policy that would bridge the digital divide and would promote rather than prohibit public efforts to create such networks. Learn more.

Media Ownership

We are working to stop media consolidation by slowing down any action by the FCC or Congress that would loosen ownership caps on radio and television or would allow cross ownership of newspapers and broadcast outlets in individual media markets, while also supporting policies that pressures or requires the FCC to promote diverse, independent and minority ownership. Learn more.