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February 12, 2024

8 facts about Black Americans and the news

Black Americans say journalists should cover all sides, understand history when they cover Black people

Black Americans say journalists should cover all sides, understand history when they cover Black people

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8 facts about Black Americans and the news
Most Black Americans say news about Black people is more negative than news about other groups
Black Americans say journalists should cover all sides, understand history when they cover Black people
40% of Black Americans say it’s crucial for news about race to come from Black reporters, but far fewer say the same about news in general
About a quarter of Black adults often get news from Black news outlets