The recently announced local news deal in California, while a step forward, falls short of the necessary funding to restore lost journalism jobs and accountability.
With a 68 percent decline in journalists in California, we require at least $375 million annually to achieve sustainable local news coverage and hold power accountable.
Google's commitment of $11 million annually for local news pales in comparison to its Canadian support of $47 million, highlighting the disparity in commitment.
The focus should be on supporting local newsrooms rather than national outlets, changing the funding dynamics to prioritize the necessary resources for accountability.
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