25 October 2006
Violence Against Journalists on the Rise in the Americas: OAS
24 October 2006
Violence against journalists is increasing across the Americas, according to a report by the Organization of American States' (OAS) Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression.
Between 1 July and 30 September 2006, at least seven journalists were murdered because of their work. Dozens of others were physically assaulted, kidnapped or threatened.
The Rapporteur's report also notes a decreasing tolerance for criticism on the part of governments in the region.
Subtler forms of censorship are being increasingly used to penalise media outlets and journalists that are critical of authorities, including denying government advertising, impeding access to official sources, pressuring state and private media to fire outspoken journalists, and instigating politically motivated administrative inspections, such as tax audits.
To read the report and list of cases, visit:
http://www.cidh.org/relatoria/showarticle.asp?artID=680&lID=1
http://www.cidh.org/relatoria/showDocument.asp?DocumentID=180
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