Idea of newspapers as nonprofits gains ground

As sharp revenue reductions put the future of many U.S. newspapers in doubt, one idea gaining attention is the conversion of newspapers into tax-exempt nonprofits supported by large endowments.

Although viewed by many as a long shot at best, such a radical change could be a savior for the industry and its vital role in a democracy.

That's why the endowment model is drawing renewed attention as newspapers impose massive layoffs, scale back ... Full Story »

Posted by Kristin Gorski
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Posted by: Posted by Kristin Gorski - Mar 15, 2009 - 2:38 PM PDT
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Edited by: Fabrice Florin - Mar 15, 2009 - 7:19 PM PDT

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by Julian Friedland - Mar. 18, 2009

Gutsy analysis. And one I've been making myself for years now!

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by Kevin Casey - Mar. 28, 2009

It goes to show that today's journalists can actually do quality work, when their own industry is what is at stake.

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