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April 30, 2020

5 charts on views of press freedom around the world

Most say news media are doing a good job covering most important stories

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5 charts on views of press freedom around the world
Those with more education are more likely to say free press is very important
Wide divides between those with populist views and those without over news media’s role in society
Support for freedom of press has gone up in several nations since 2015
Majorities in Europe, Americas say media freedom is very important

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