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From: Philanthropy Today
Subject: The DNC and Lessons for Nonprofits (Opinion)
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Donors are helping to seed local news organizations across the country, while journalists, fundraisers, politicians, and philanthropists are trying to figure out how to make the new outlets last. Facing the collapse of advertising revenue and an audience no longer willing to pay for local news, the teetering industry is debating how long foundations can support it. Meanwhile, talk of sustainability rings hollow in some impoverished communities, where news operations are unlikely ever to turn a profit. (Crain’s Chicago Business)
Background from the Chronicle: After Shaky Start, Philanthropy Coalition’s $500 Million Local News Effort Takes Shape
A Latino civil rights group in Texas is asking the Justice Department to investigate a series of raids by Texas officials on voting and political activists. The League of United Latin American Citizens says the raids are aimed at intimidating activists and suppressing the Latino vote. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said in a statement that they are part of a probe into voting irregularities and declined to comment further on the investigation. Republicans in Texas have raised alarms about noncitizens voting, but a top state elections official recently said it has not been an issue. (New York Times)
Background from the Chronicle: It’s Election Season. Here’s How Philanthropy Is Working to Secure the Vote.
More on Nonprofits in Texas
Judge Blocks Ken Paxton’s Effort to Shut Down Houston Immigration Nonprofit Over Social Media Posts (Houston Chronicle)
Non-Profit FIRE Sues Texas Over Social Media Law Set to Take Effect in September (Houston Public Media)
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