7 ms·
I like good investigative journalism and frustrated I can't pay to support it. For instance, WSJ endlessly sticks paywall for recycled news. Some journalists
by brilliantcode 9y ago
I like good investigative journalism and frustrated I can't pay to support it.
For instance, WSJ endlessly sticks paywall for recycled news.
Some journalists risk their lives for the sake of jouranlism.
https://magazine.atavist.com/he-always-had-a-dark-side https://magazine.atavist.com/he-always-had-a-dark-side
This was posted a while back on HN and we talked about how to support such journalists that take actual risks which needs to be rewarded.
- snthd 9y agoHow about the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (Panama Papers)? https://donate.icij.org/ https://donate.icij.org/ or https://www.gofundme.com/icijorg2017 https://www.gofundme.com/icijorg2017
- brilliantcode 9y agoThe real problem with the panama papers incident is that it's not clear whether people on that list have done wrong or anything interesting. Clearly, it was a way to hide away ill gotten cash for some people but it also has legitimate usage. I disagree the way it attempts to paint anyone who's name shows up in the panama papers as a criminal. Lastly, I want to pay for journalism that weaves together a highly interesting and entertaining story. I think part of the talent is not just telling the facts but weaving a good story that invokes emotional response. Panama papers did not meet those criteria so it's not as interesting as that paul le roux story.
- dublinben 9y agoYou can support amazing independent organizations like the Center for Investigative Reporting. They accept donations in any amount.