Iranian journalists have declared August 8th as Journalist Day. On this day in 1998, Mahmoud Sarem, a reporter for IRNA, was killed by the Taliban in Afghanistan. Mr. Kenneth Tomlinson, Chairman of the Broadcasting Board of Governors (BBG), which is responsible for broadcasting multimedia programs for the federal government, sent a message in support of Iranian journalists on this day: Today, August 8th, journalists in Iran celebrate National Journalist Day. As the Chairman of the BBG, I would like to express my support for these brave Iranians. They work hard to report the truth to the people and will continue their efforts until freedom and democracy are established in Iran. We pay special respect to Zahra Kazemi, who lost her life while performing her duty. Reporters Without Borders states that nearly 21 journalists and writers are imprisoned in Iran, many of whom have been arrested in recent months. We express our disgust at the actions taken to silence journalists in Iran and hope for a day when the free use of information and news is available to the people of Iran.
Message from Kenneth Tomlinson, Chairman of the Broadcasting Board of Governors, in Support of Iranian Journalists - 2003-08-08
Kenneth Tomlinson, Chairman of the BBG, issued a message supporting Iranian journalists on National Journalist Day, August 8th. He highlighted the challenges faced by journalists in Iran, including imprisonment and suppression. This message underscores the ongoing struggle for freedom of the press in Iran.
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Kenneth Tomlinson supports Iranian journalists on National Journalist Day amid ongoing repression.
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- Kenneth Tomlinson express Iranian journalists
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Support for Iranian journalists is crucial for the future of democracy in Iran.
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