
NPC President
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President of @PressClubDC, the world’s leading organization for journalists. Advocating for press freedom, fostering community & protecting the future of news.
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http://press.org 26-04-2009 16:00:02
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Press freedom is not a privilege granted by the government — it’s a fundamental right. National Press Club stands with Committee to Protect Journalists & Society of Professional Journalists in opposing this dangerous precedent. We're proud to sign onto this statement demanding the The Associated Press’s access be restored cpj.org/2025/02/cpj-sp…

A full house at the National Press Club for We’re Just Wild About Harry! Former Club president & historian Gil Klein is taking us back to 1945, when VP Harry Truman played piano as Lauren Bacall struck an iconic pose. History, music & unforgettable moments! National Press Club


🧵WASHINGTON, February 28 - NPC President Mike Balsamo has released the following statement after Vietnamese journalist Truong Huy San was sentenced to 30 months in prison:

Happening now at National Press Club: Journalists in exile are learning how to build independent media organizations. When going home isn’t an option, press freedom must still have a path forward — and we’re here to help make that happen. #JournalismIsNotACrime #PressFreedom Press Freedom Center

Career Day at National Press Club is the place to be March 28! Whether you’re a student, freelancer, or mid-career journalist looking for a new opportunity, this is your chance to meet recruiters & grow your career. 🎟️ $25/$15 students & NPC members Sign up: eventbrite.com/e/career-day-a…

🚨 The largest disruption in Voice of America’s history is unfolding right now. Journalists placed on indefinite leave. A newsroom basically gutted overnight. This isn’t just about job cuts — it’s about the future of independent journalism. National Press Club and Press Freedom Center statement:


A Journalist. A Marine. A Son. We must use every available opportunity to bring Austin Tice home. Putin's promise to ask Assad for answers cannot be ignored. Today's call between Presidents Trump and Putin is a moment for real action. #FreeAustinTice National Press Club Press Freedom Center

Today, we stand united with Committee to Protect Journalists & dozens of press freedom organizations in opposing the harmful cuts to USAGM. A free press is essential to democracy, and we must protect the vital role USAGM plays in global journalism. Press Freedom Center National Press Club cpj.org/2025/03/media-…

Silencing an entire newsroom overnight is an attack on press freedom — plain and simple. Voice of America journalists were taken off the air for doing their jobs. Now they’re standing up. The National Press Club stands shoulder to shoulder with them. National Press Club Press Freedom Center




This Memorial Day, we reflect on those who gave their lives to defend American values, including freedom of the press. The Pentagon’s new policy restricts journalists’ ability to do their jobs & limits the public’s right to know. National Press Club statement: press.org/newsroom/natio…


Today we remember the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. At National Press Club, where the First Amendment is our guiding light, we know freedom isn’t free. Our right to report, speak & gather exists because of their sacrifice. We honor them with gratitude.
