Journalism's Martyrs

<p> Journalists have often put themselves in danger to convey crucial information to the public. Many journalists have even died doing their jobs investigating crimes or traveling to battle zones--and sometimes documenting events in their own communities. Recently reporters have been assaulted mocked and silenced their reports dubbed fake news and them enemies of the people. A free press is one of the country's most reliable foundations for ensuring a democracy for current and future generations. </p><p> With a focus on American journalism this book tackles issues affecting today's news through profiling journalists killed on the job whether from violent conspiracy terrorism or mass shootings.</p>