Journalism Matters
Journalism Matters: Our Civic Duty to Marginalized Communities
By Savannah West
My role in society is to amplify unheeded voices, and my foremost value is to utilize my skills, resources and platform to empower communities. It is truly a tremendous responsibility we have to the world. My colleagues and I equip everyone with resources to make decisions about their lives, communities, health, and governments. We serve as a bridge between The People, and those in power.
I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase, “the revolution will be televised.” Well, this revolution has been televised, digitized and amplified for the world to see. Modern media has become the most trusted and relied upon source of information today, and rightfully so. Writers, reporters, producers, researchers and copy editors work day and night to ensure that no stone goes unturned and no story goes untold. History truly repeats itself, and we are fortunate to be able to chronicle important moments and movements for as long as anyone can remember.
In a time where some may feel overcome with grief, we do our best to also share the good in the world. Despite the state sanctioned violence, sexism, transphobia and anti-Black public policy in our country, communities still find ways to rally together and find joy, despite despair. A lot of the stories that warm our hearts are captured by community members and elevated by writers and reporters who care.
Who am I in the revolution?
I am the grape vine. I am the truth seeker.
I am the light that shines on things done in the dark.
In the past, I was known as the storyteller of my tribe.
I am the historical archive.
I am the news of the day and the trending topic.
I am a journalist.
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