Political Impunity Stings Media
Summary
Political leaders in the United States and the United Kingdom are facing criticism for restricting journalists, highlighting growing concerns over press freedom in advanced democracies. The writer contrasts these cases with Nepal’s media landscape and argues that double standards weaken democratic accountability.
Key Points
- Recent actions in the United States and the United Kingdom have restricted journalists from covering political events or accessing source protection.
- The column argues that press freedom is being undermined even in countries widely seen as liberal democracies.
- Nepal is contrasted as a rare South Asian country that has allowed full-fledged news bulletins on private FM radio.
- The writer criticizes double standards in how media-freedom advocates judge different democratic systems.
