Today, thousands of hardworking American citizens choose to sacrifice their time, money, and resources to stand up for our democracy. They are taking breaks from work, flying or driving to different parts of the country, and figuring out childcare to take part in the protests against Trump and DOGE. Despite these significant efforts, our mainstream media has disappointingly scant coverage of these nationwide protests.

In a thriving democracy, media plays a pivotal role by informing, engaging, and challenging its citizens. But, our media’s selective silence on such a profound movement is a disservice. As per data by Pew Research Center, mainstream media coverage greatly influences public perception and discourse on pressing issues. Hence, the current lack of coverage can potentially undermine public understanding and support for the protests, which are primarily aimed at safeguarding our democracy's fundamental values.

This issue is not just about Trump and DOGE, but it's centered on our inalienable democratic rights, freedom of expression, and human rights. We, hence, urge all mainstream media outlets to meet their obligation to society by covering the ongoing protests responsibly. Please join us in pushing for transparency and accurate representation of civic movements in the media. Sign our petition today to defiantly declare that our voices will not be silenced.