My name is David Harrison and for over a decade, I proudly served our country in the active Army, defending the freedoms we hold dear. One of these freedoms is the liberty our media and entertainment companies have to operate without undue influence or coercion from any political power. This value is being threatened with the recent removal of Jimmy Kimmel and his show from Nexstar communications, ABC, and Disney-Paramount.

The recent actions by the Donald Trump criminal organization reveal a pattern of abusing power and bullying privately owned corporations. The pressure and implied threat of government authority, levied without any crime on Jimmy Kimmel's part, represent a dangerous precedent that undermines the freedom of expression and press safeguarded by our Constitution.

Jimmy Kimmel has been a beloved figure for many Americans, including myself, who have found joy in his humor and insightful conversations with a wide range of guests. Removing his platform due to external political pressure not only harms the entertainment landscape but also assaults the very fabric of American democracy—where freedom of speech and expression should be protected, not attacked.

Our media corporations—Nexstar, ABC, and Disney-Paramount—should not be dictated by political factions but rather operate independently, free from any form of coercion. If we do not stand against this now, it encourages further encroachment upon corporate freedoms and, by extension, influences what content we, as free citizens, can access and enjoy.

This isn't just about enjoying a show—it's about preserving the integrity and independence of American media and its right to showcase diverse voices and opinions free from fear of intimidation. Please join me in urging Nexstar, ABC, and Disney-Paramount to reinstate Jimmy Kimmel and his show. Let us stand together to protect the freedoms that make our nation strong. Sign this petition to let your voice be heard and to support freedom of expression and independence in the media. Let's protect the rights Jimmy Kimmel and his viewers deserve. Sign today.