S. Res. 691 (Introduced in Senate) — Reaffirming the centrality of press freedom and freedom of expression to democracy in the United States and to international peace and stability.

(1)

reaffirms the central role that independent and professional journalism plays in—

(A)

strengthening democratic governance;

(B)

upholding the rule of law;

(C)

mitigating conflict; and

(D)

informing public opinion in the United States and around the world;

(2)

condemns the consistent use by President Trump of rhetoric meant to celebrate and publicize acts of violence and aggression against the press;

(3)

concurs with the statement of CNN that the withdrawal of press credentials from Jim Acosta is “a threat to our democracy and the country deserves better”;

(4)

supports an independent and impartial investigation by the United Nations Secretary-General into the death of Jamal Khashoggi, with the full cooperation of the United States Government; and

(5)

expresses support for and solidarity with independent journalists around the globe working—

(A)

to expose uncomfortable truths;

(B)

to shine a light on systemic corruption; and

(C)

to provide accountability in societies yearning for democracy and development.

Reaffirming the centrality of press freedom and freedom of expression to democracy in the United States and to international peace and stability.

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