National Press Club statement on safety for journalists covering the GOP convention

WASHINGTON, July 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Below is a statement from the President of the National Press Club Emily Wilkins for the safety of journalists covering the GOP convention that begins next week in Milwaukee.

“Thousands of reporters, editors, photographers, researchers and support staff are in Milwaukee to bring Americans the important news from the Republican Party Convention, which is beginning 15th of JulyWe call on everyone attending the rally or protesting to let us do our work safely on behalf of the American people, who have every right to know the details of one of the biggest political events of the election.

“We call on all speakers at the party conference to refrain from using language that could incite people on the streets against journalists.”

“We call on police, protesters and participants to respect the unique role of reporters in our democracy and allow them to do their work safely and without unnecessary interference.

“The National Press Club is a resource for all journalists before, during and after the convention.”

Founded in 1908, the National Press Club is the world’s leading professional organization for journalists. With 3,000 members representing nearly every major news organization, the club is a leading voice for press freedom in the United States and abroad.

Contact: Bill McCarren, (email protected) for the National Press Club

SOURCE National Press Club