What we’re thankful for in media in 2025
Ever since I started this newsletter in 2019, I’ve had a Thanksgiving week tradition of asking my Poynter colleagues to share what they’re thankful for in the news media. Before offering their contributions this year, many of them took a deep breath, slowly exhaled and lowered their heads — a physical sign that many were simply thankful that this year was almost over.
Let’s face it, when it comes to the press and its place in a healthy democracy, this has been a horrible year. Aside from the continuing economic challenges facing media organizations, we have an administration that is doing all it can to muzzle the media.
We, of course, cover that every day in this newsletter, and we will continue to do so. But today, we try to remain positive and express our sincere gratitude.
So with that, here’s what we’re thankful for in 2025.
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