WNYT

Albany, United States

WNYT is a local news organization based in Albany, New York that provides comprehensive local news coverage, community updates, and weather information.

CCI Score

71.14

-0.04% April 18

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Local News Coalition Lobbies to Safeguard Journalism

WNYT, as part of the New York local news community, is participating in a coalition that is lobbying Albany to protect local journalism by advocating for legislation that supports community-based media. This effort is seen as a strong defense against the concentration of media ownership and a safeguard for a free press, vital in countering authoritarian tendencies.

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WNYT is currently rated as a Leader.

+45 to +100 CCI Score

Companies in this range actively lead the fight against authoritarianism by rejecting oppressive practices and championing democratic values. They implement robust policies, engage in transparent governance, and drive initiatives that set the standard for corporate responsibility.

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15

2024

Local News Coalition Lobbies to Safeguard Journalism
71.14

WNYT, as part of the New York local news community, is participating in a coalition that is lobbying Albany to protect local journalism by advocating for legislation that supports community-based media. This effort is seen as a strong defense against the concentration of media ownership and a safeguard for a free press, vital in countering authoritarian tendencies.
+80

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 25

The lobbying coalition, which includes local news outlets like WNYT, is actively pushing for legislation that would require state agencies to allocate significant portions of their advertising budgets to local and ethnic media. This move aims to bolster media diversity, accountability, and local governance—core components in resisting authoritarian practices. By advocating for a more equitable media landscape, the effort reinforces democratic accountability and serves as a bulwark against centralization of power.

New York local news outlets create lobbying coalition to save the industry