Peabody Awards Highlight Threats to Democracy, Journalism's Crucial Role
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The 85th annual Peabody Awards ceremony highlighted concerns about threats to democratic norms and the importance of investigative journalism. Winners criticized the Trump administration's cuts to public media funding and efforts to suppress investigations into police brutality. 'Saturday Night Live' received an Institutional Award, while awards also celebrated documentaries covering the Gaza war and the crisis in rural healthcare. Several winners emphasized the crucial role of journalism in upholding truth and democracy in challenging times.
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