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Around the world, World Press Freedom Day was marked today (Saturday) \u2013 a date intended to remind us of the role of a free press and to express appreciation for journalists. In Israel, despite the challenges, there are quite a few bright spots on the subject. Media outlets and journalists operate freely and have the opportunity to promote transparency and create positive social change \u2013 if they so choose.<\/p>\n

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An opportunity to promote transparency and create positive change | Photo: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Is the media free?<\/strong>
\nIn Israel, newspapers, news websites, radio stations, and television channels operate, reflecting a wide range of opinions and streams. In most cases, the media is free to criticize centers of power without fear, which is relatively rare in our region \u2013 the Middle East.<\/p>\n

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A relatively rare phenomenon in our region \u2013 the Middle East | Photo: Shutterstock
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\nA fertile ground for open discourse<\/strong>
\nProfessional surveys by the \u2018Israeli Communication Association\u2019 indicate that journalists in Israel feel fairly free to do their work \u2013 the vast majority of journalists are satisfied with their profession and want to continue in it. Additionally, a global survey by the Pew Research Center conducted recently found that Israelis believe the media in the country enjoys a proper level of freedom and feel relatively secure in the freedom of expression that exists.<\/p>\n

In other words, citizens in the country are not afraid of censorship and believe there is a good foundation for open discussion. This trust forms fertile ground for the continued growth of a free press. The open question remains whether the media wants to be only free \u2013 or also a bit responsible.<\/p>\n

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Free and responsible media | Photo: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The public expects to receive a full and diverse picture<\/strong>
\nTechnology, in general, has become a friend of journalism. In the age of social media and online information, every citizen with a smartphone contributes to documenting reality. Journalists use these networks to receive real-time reports from the field, verify rumors, and raise issues to the public agenda even before the official bodies respond.<\/p>\n

Additionally, data analysis tools and artificial intelligence help extract important information from screens and discover key insights from large data sets \u2013 a task that in the past took a great deal of time. As a result, transparency is increasing: it’s harder to hide facts, and the public expects to receive a full and diverse picture.<\/p>\n

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The public expects to receive a full and diverse picture | Photo: Nati Shohat \/ Flash90
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\nTo know that good things happen too<\/strong>
\nIn recent years, and especially these days, one point cries out from every corner: there is an expectation to give space also to success stories, groundbreaking projects, and social initiatives that deserve a spotlight. It\u2019s not just nice \u2013 it\u2019s essential. The public wants to know that good things are happening here too.<\/p>\n

The move that will restore public trust in the free press<\/strong>
\nThe truth is that beyond the frameworks and the rules, in the end, it\u2019s the people \u2013 the journalists in the field \u2013 who make the difference. World Press Freedom Day is a good opportunity to call on each and every one of them to shine the spotlight also on solutions and positive developments. Not instead of reporting on problems \u2013 but in addition to it. When that happens, the public will get used to hearing not only what went wrong but also what improved. Such a shift in the news mix will finally make the free press a responsible press too.<\/p>\n

In the long run, this is the move that will restore public trust in the media and bring people closer together \u2013 when they know that the news won\u2019t only bring them negative doses.<\/p>\n

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The move that will restore public trust in the media | Photo: Shutterstock
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\nChanging reality for the better<\/strong>
\nAs mentioned, this is a good opportunity to point out what has already been achieved \u2013 and at the same time to remind us of the expectation to hear good news too. A free, positive, and responsible press can contribute to a more cohesive and healthier society \u2013 and today more than ever, it\u2019s in our hands: to decide what kind of media we want to consume and to change reality for the better.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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