In this episode of the Branding Democrats podcast, we welcome back Brian Hansbury, the co-founder of the Media and Democracy Project.

We begin the episode by diving into the current initiatives and goals of his organization, which is actively fighting against disinformation and pursuing a media landscape that prioritizes democracy over profit. Brian explains the Media and Democracy Project's newly launched Pro-Democracy Election Coverage Guidelines for the 2024 election, outlining steps to combat misinformation and encourage media outlets to treat election coverage with the gravity it deserves.

The conversation also covers the importance of supporting local journalism, with Hansbury highlighting how local reporters play a pivotal role in maintaining democratic accountability, as illustrated by their exposure of figures like George Santos. Moreover, the episode explores innovative solutions like the Local Journalism Funding Act and other grassroots efforts that aim to revitalize and democratize news reporting.

We end the episode with a conversation about the impact of media narratives on public perception. It is clear that social media is shaping young voters' views, and people are taking advantage of that. We emphasize the need for critical thinking and media literacy to navigate the complexities of modern information consumption.

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