What Others Are Saying – Page 2

"Americans often take our free media for granted, assuming it will always be there to serve us — and it has been, especially during the pandemic. Newsrooms are working around-the-clock to provide readers with the latest information on how and where the virus is spreading and what health experts are recommending to protect the public. But their economic crisis reminds us that just as any other Main Street company, newspapers must also keep the lights on and the doors open."

- Tracy Hernandez | Founding Chief Executive Officer of the Los Angeles County Business Federation

10

May 20

San Gabriel Valley Tribune: To help rebuild local economies, save local newspapers

Op-Ed

The toll from the COVID-19 pandemic is excruciating to witness. In addition to the tragic cases of illness and loss of life, local businesses are experiencing a brutal impact on normal business operations. Most companies were unprepared for a situation of this magnitude, and by some estimates, up to 50 percent of small businesses could fail.

3

May 20

The Press-Enterprise: Newspapers critical to Inland Empire recovery efforts

Op-Ed

By Paul Granillo The recent job report for the Inland Empire was a harbinger of what’s in our near future....

26

Apr 20

Orange County Register: Newspapers are essential to economic recovery and business success

Op-Ed

Six months ago, I issued a call to action for businesses: to continue to exercise innovative thinking and leadership, stay engaged in the community, focus on growth, and address the troubling issues that challenge Orange County and the region.

10

Apr 20

San Diego Union Tribune: Commentary: Californians turn to newspapers for coronavirus coverage. Here’s how California can help them.

Op-Ed

The events of the last month have dramatically altered the trajectory of most Americans, as the coronavirus pandemic stressed our health-care resources, forced changes to familiar patterns of daily life, and tested our ability to adapt to new and challenging circumstances.

« Previous 1 2

For more information on how you can help contact Brittney Barsotti at 916-288-6006 or [email protected].