“Supporting independent journalism is an investment in society’s sanity.”
Our board member @beatabalogova.bsky.social writes for @theguardian.com on propaganda, public-interest journalism, and the stories that endure. Her piece also reflects our 2026 Winners.
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Across Europe, public service journalism is shielding democracy. But we have to decide to fight for its survival, says Slovak journalist Beata Balogová