
Controversy Arises Over Media Freedom and Public Broadcasting in Germany
Published on: Sept. 18, 2025, 8:18 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
The German conservative party proposes suspending funding to public broadcasters following the cutoff of right-wing journalist Julia Ruhs' airtime. This has sparked debates on media freedom, echoing other Western nations' struggles. Public broadcasting is seen as crucial for democracy but faces criticism for its handling of contentious topics.