Week 21: Take Back the News

Politicians say the system is rigged. Tarbell will show you how it’s rigged. We will focus on the control of corporations and special interests. We’ll show you how they always win and connect their actions to your life. And we’ll present solutions for you to change the status quo. - tarbell.org

We are now a year and some change since the most disappointing election in US history. There were several reasons for the outcome, but there is no denying a shift in how citizens receive and process news and information in recent years played a role. Since the election, the world has renewed its struggle to find a way to seek out the truth in a reliable way.

A couple weeks ago, I listened to Wendall Potter give an interview and discuss his new organization, Tarbell. Wendall did a fantastic job of explaining the mission of Tarbell, his passion shining through. Tarbell, an independent, non-profit, reader-funded news organization, is currently in a crowdfunding phase. I won't attempt to inspire you the way Wendall inspired me, but  I am proud to say I now a Founder of Tarbell. I encourage you to take a look at their mission and decide if you want to be a supporter as they crowdfund this exciting new organization.