How foundation funding changes the way journalism gets done (Columbia Journalism Review)

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MANY JOURNALISTS ARE SENSITIVE to the way wealthy owners can influence a newsroom, whether through outright pressure on reporters and editors, or behind-the-scenes maneuvering and subtle hints. But it’s not just rich capitalists and venture investors who bring such influence—every form of funding, however well-meaning, shapes the kind of journalism that gets done, and that includes funding from foundations and nonprofits. 

How foundation funding changes the way journalism gets done - Columbia Journalism Review (cjr.org)