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In a time when journalists have been widely replaced or morphed into on air personalities and ‘news’ outlets are owned by big business, free press is a scarce commodity. Thankfully the internet affords some independent coverage that would not otherwise be available. There is a reason that freedom of the press is listed as a fundamental right in both the US Constitution and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. We, the people, need ethical journalism now more than ever, if we have any hope of living in a democracy.

In an exclusive interview, Democracy Now’s Amy Goodman says she’s turning herself to North Dakota authorities to defend the right of journalists to challenge power. Here is a direct video link.

Sometimes the reforms and improvements needed in the world can seem overwhelming and hopeless.  But when individuals lead through action within their own sphere of influence, change does happen.  Being part of the worker bee crew evolving humanity for the better is worthwhile.  As my Irish granny used to say:  “Ta hell with darkness.”

The 100% campaign went to Buffalo, New York to surprise five individuals who are making a difference and then some — they are transforming a city. Watch us surprise Lorna, Paul, Khadijah, Aweso, and Josh and celebrate all the ways they give and live their 100%.  Here is a direct video link.

New video by @MarkRuffalo‘s @SolutionsProj is inspiring, heartfelt, and positively 100%: https://t.co/uOqRf2gPki @100isNow #NY

— Cater Communications (@CaterComNews) October 14, 2016

Investigations into business practices at the giant US bank Wells Fargo are continuing today despite the resignation of its CEO John G Stumpf earlier in the week. His departure was prompted by continuing allegations of mis-selling by the bank including the creation of millions of fake customer accounts. Stumpf’s exit has produced a political furor over the estimated $130m he took with him as a leaving payment, whilst his his replacement as CEO, Timothy J Sloan, has already been criticized for offering little in the way of change.

Nomi Prins, Investigative Journalist and Author of ‘All the Presidents’ Bankers’ joined Share Radio’s Steve Clarke on the line all the way from the US to discuss Wells Fargo’s ongoing troubles. Here is a direct audio link.

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