America needs to embrace new ways to support freedom of the press
Vásquez,Associated Press pool Xavier Becerra speaks during a California gubernatorial debate in San Francisco, May 14, 2026. Politicians often have a love-hate relationship with the press. They crave media attention to build their name recognition and spread their policy ideas.
- ▪Vásquez,Associated Press pool Xavier Becerra speaks during a California gubernatorial debate in San Francisco, May 14, 2026.
- ▪Politicians often have a love-hate relationship with the press.
- ▪They crave media attention to build their name recognition and spread their policy ideas.
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Opinion>Opinions - Campaign The views expressed by contributors are their own and not the view of The Hill America needs to embrace new ways to support freedom of the press Comments: by Austin Sarat, opinion contributor - 05/25/26 10:00 AM ET Comments: Link copied by Austin Sarat, opinion contributor - 05/25/26 10:00 AM ET Comments: Link copied Godofredo A. Vásquez,Associated Press pool Xavier Becerra speaks during a California gubernatorial debate in San Francisco, May 14, 2026. Politicians often have a love-hate relationship with the press. They crave media attention to build their name recognition and spread their policy ideas. But at the same time, they may be vexed by journalists who ask embarrassing questions or questions on subjects they would rather avoid.
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