“In a time of deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act” Orwell, 1084.
Why did a small group of (largely) retired people with no background in journalism volunteer to set up an online newspaper? What role does citizen journalism have to play today? How do we counter the power of the press barons? Have we allowed the media to undermine the value of truth and to accelerate the polarisation of society?
West Country Voices editor in chief Anthea Simmons will discuss these issues as well as outlining the challenges facing an online progressive journal. And she’ll be on the hunt for new writers!
This event is free and all are welcome, although we do ask for a voluntary contribution (in cash please) to help cover speakers’ costs.
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