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SHLAND
A Proclamation in honor of Independent Media Week 2025
WHEREAS, an informed citizenry is a cornerstone of democracy, and
WHEREAS, an informed citizenry depends on unrestrained press, which provides
greater access to information, more points of view and greater diversity of thought and
fact, and
WHEREAS, the trend toward the consolidation of media ownership has resulted in journalistic
practices that hinder public awareness by excluding or marginalizing minority and dissenting
viewpoints, and
WHEREAS, fewer media voices can result in homogenized messaging and the silencing of
many points of view, and
WHEREAS, Democratic principles support the case for more independent media in this
country, not less.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Tonya Graham, Mayor of the City of Ashland, Oregon, on behalf of the City
Council, do hereby proclaim the week of April 13-19 as INDEPENDENT MEDIA WEEK and
encourage all citizens to seek out and explore the rich diversity of independent media
available within, and to our community.
Dated this 1st day of April 2025
Tonya Gr ham, Mayor
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Alissa Kolodzinski, City Recorder