#community-reporting

#community-reporting

In 2026, my prediction (and hope) is that the outlets that matter most to democracy move away from reflexive "gotcha" coverage of politicians and toward a practice that centers voters' lived experience, allows idealism back into the frame, and treats accountability as something deeper than a takedown. Learning to see through voters' eyes At least twice in my career, I have had to cover the unexpected rise of an Indian male politician.

The Independent emphasizes the necessity of supporting quality journalism without paywalls, stressing that informed reporting impacts critical social issues, such as reproductive rights.

The Community News Service provides edited copy to about 15 partnering local news outlets while posting the stories on its own website, meant to be shared.