""If news is the first draft of history, the loss of local news archives means a loss of memory, culture, identity and, sometimes, reality.""
""The public should be able to access these archives in a way that helps them and helps us document history.""
""Most newsrooms are so focused on the present that they're neglecting the past and how vital it is to understanding the future.""
""While it's easier to imagine the loss of physical archives, particularly irreplaceable photojournalism, born-digital work is also at risk.""
Stephanie Pedersen emphasizes the importance of preserving local news archives to maintain memory, culture, and identity. In Tacoma, she worked to ensure that the News Tribune's archives were protected during a move, unlike previous experiences where archives were neglected. Many newsrooms focus on current reporting, often overlooking the significance of their historical records. Archives can be lost through moves, closures, or technological changes, risking both physical and digital journalism history. The preservation of these archives is crucial for understanding the past and shaping the future.
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