Jennifer L. Pozner
@jennpozner.bsky.social
Media critic, journalist, anti-racist feminist *Author: IT'S NOT YOU, IT'S MEDIA (Substack + graphic novel); REALITY BITES BACK *Founder: Women In Media & News *Speaker: DM for TV/talks/workshops *Pundit: ABC/NBC/CBS/CNN/MSNBC/VICE *Comedy nerd She/Her
🔔 Can the judiciary oversee Paramount's self-appointed editorial board? Hear from journalists who saw how these boards work (or don't), with @marielgarza.bsky.social, @bgrueskin.bsky.social, @sulliview.bsky.social, and @dicktofel.bsky.social. 🗓️ Oct. 5, 1 pm ET RSVP: freedom.press/editorial-bo...
I've signed this letter because journalists and documentarians are crucial truth-tellers. Attempts to silence and endanger them are threats to all of us, and to democracy.
Freedom of the Press Foundation@freedom.press · 4d agoThreats to denaturalize journalists and filmmakers are illegal and outrageous and belie any claim that financing Israel’s wars advances democracy.
Anyone heard from David Ellison about all of this? Isn't he trying to buy CNN? You'd think he'd want to stand up for the journalists he seeks to employ. Unless he prioritizes his relationship with Trump over both CNN's interests and press freedom. freedom.press/issues/journ...
CNN@cnn.com · 4d agoThe White House is barring CNN from flying on Air Force One on Saturday as part of the news outlet's duties covering the president on behalf of major television networks. https://cnn.it/3TpnjIc
It took a week for CNN to get White House access back. Other outlets boycotted in solidarity. But not David Ellison – he dined at the WH with Trump and Xi and ignored calls from 100+ reporters and advocates to stand up for the journalists he seeks to employ.
Journalists, advocates demand Ellison condemn White House ban, back lawsuit
The Paramount Skydance CEO may soon own CNN. He should be condemning the outlet’s ban
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The A.V. Club@avclub.com · 5d agoMS NOW was also denied access to the state dinner welcoming Xi Jinping. www.avclub.com/david-elliso...
RADIO link (via my Substack newsletter): I had a great time chopping it up with Hard Knock Radio host @mrdaveyd.bsky.social about the Block the Merger coalition's efforts, Bonta the Betrayer’s pathetic deal, and Paramount, David, and Larry Ellison’s corruption. Take a listen, and spread the word!
LISTEN: Breaking Down Paramount’s Corrupt Deal on KPFA’s Hard Knock Radio with Davey D
An hour on media consolidation, corruption, and ParaBros. Strap in!
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Remember when I said we would keep fighting against media oligarchy, and for the challenging, free, fair media ecosystem we deserve? @freepress.bsky.social, @filmcoalition.bsky.social, @1acommittee.bsky.social, @freedom.press @documentary.org wasted NO time. READ: @jgo4justice.bsky.social 🧵👇
Jessica J. González@jgo4justice.bsky.social · 5d ago#BlocktheMerger groups @freepress.bsky.social @1acommittee.bsky.social @freedom.press @filmcoalition.bsky.social @documentary.org filed an amicus brief last night urging the court to reject Paramount’s consent decree with state AGs. More here: www.freepress.net/news/free-pr...
On Dolly Parton Day (9/25!), resharing my #medialiteracy essay deconstructing one of the most egregious attempts at cause marketing I’ve seen in ages. Dolly was one of the most giving artists, philanthropists, and humans of the past century—on the day she left us, Lyft just wanted to take from her.
Don’t Let Lyft Monitize Dolly Parton’s Death
Bullshit Detector: Cause marketing capitalizes on our grief
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@mediaanddemocracy.bsky.social @freedom.press @markruffalo.bsky.social @jennpozner.bsky.social @notaaroncraig.bsky.social @jgo4justice.bsky.social @freepress.bsky.social
Daniel Miller@danielnmiller.bsky.social · 6d agoIf you want to file an amicus brief in the Paramount-WBD antitrust case, the deadline is 12:01 a.m. Pacific tonight. Any additional nonparty seeking to file must first ask the court’s permission.
🧵 👇 More from @freepress.bsky.social Co-CEO @jgo4justice.bsky.social on the Block the Merger coalition partners' emergency motion against the pathetically weak (and in many ways dangerous) Paramount Warner Bros settlement:
Jessica J. González@jgo4justice.bsky.social · 6d agoEarly this morning, core members of the #BlocktheMerger coalition filed a motion with the court presiding over the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger suit. We're asking Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín to give us a chance to formally oppose the deal. Motion here: www.freepress.net/download/blo...
We. Will. Not. Stop.
Free Press@freepress.bsky.social · 6d agoBreaking: Free Press and allies in the Block the Merger coalition have filed an emergency motion to formally oppose the weak settlement the state AGs struck with Paramount. More here: https://www.freepress.net/news/free-press-goes-court-stop-paramounts-toothless-settlement
10mins after our NYC #BLOCKtheMERGER protest, @agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov caved to Paramount in a pathetic deal that gives oligarchs David and Larry Ellison new union busting and journalism-destroying tools. I wrote about rmotional whiplash, phenomenal organizing, Dem betrayal, and why we keep fighting.
States OK Worst Media Merger in 30yrs, Boost Paramount’s Propagandistic Power
Passivity Buster: Report from NYC’s protest, Bonta’s betrayal, and statements from Block the Merger coalition partners
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Alvaro M. Bedoya@bedoyausa.bsky.social · last wk.Folks, Paramount's new editorial "independence" board for CNN and CBS will be hand-picked by the Ellisons and will report... to the Ellisons
10mins after our NYC #BLOCKtheMERGER protest, @agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov caved to Paramount in a pathetic deal that gives oligarchs David and Larry Ellison new union busting and journalism-destroying tools. I wrote about rmotional whiplash, phenomenal organizing, Dem betrayal, and why we keep fighting.
States OK Worst Media Merger in 30yrs, Boost Paramount’s Propagandistic Power
Passivity Buster: Report from NYC’s protest, Bonta’s betrayal, and statements from Block the Merger coalition partners
itsnotyouitsmedia.substack.com
Alvaro M. Bedoya@bedoyausa.bsky.social · last wk.Folks, Paramount's new editorial "independence" board for CNN and CBS will be hand-picked by the Ellisons and will report... to the Ellisons
New Pressing Issues: @jgo4justice.bsky.social breaks down the Paramount settlement: "a toothless set of unenforceable commitments, weak oversight and empty promises on movie production that amount to far less than what both companies were already doing on their own."
Attorneys General Cave to Paramount’s Extortion Threats
But the growing movement fighting the authoritarian takeover of the media won’t stop
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Folks, Paramount's new editorial "independence" board for CNN and CBS will be hand-picked by the Ellisons and will report... to the Ellisons
Reupping this entire🧵by @notaaroncraig.bsky.social -- this time, with extra thanks for including my newsletter, ItsNotYouItsMedia.substack.com
It's Not You, It's Media | Jennifer L. Pozner | Substack
Media literacy tips, analysis, advocacy — and feminist parody songs! — from award-winning media critic Jennifer L. Pozner, author of It's Not You, It's Media (media literacy graphic novel, Fall27) and...
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Craig Aaron@notaaroncraig.bsky.social · last wk.While you're at it, subscribe to some of the newsletters that told the truth about this merger from the start: theankler.com contrariannews.org thebignewsletter.com hopeforfilm.com itsnotyouitsmedia.substack.com As well as my pressingissues.org/
As native NYer (&media critic+media activist for 30yrs) I can't tell you what it means to me to see @mayor.nyc.gov come out strongly against media oligarchy, and make clear its threats to democracy. Mr. Mayor: If your office ever convenes a media justice advisory team, I'd help in any way I can.
Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani@mayor.nyc.gov · last wk.America is free only when the media is competitive, independent, and accountable to the people. apnews.com/article/warn...
LA, TODAY/Tues. 10am, Paramount, 5555 Melrose. Gather with Block the Merger coalition to celebrate legally pausing the merger for months -- and how we can continue organizing for the independent, critical, diverse media future we deserve. Who's the team? See @notaaroncraig.bsky.social entire 🧵👇
Craig Aaron@notaaroncraig.bsky.social · last wk.Variety reports that a bunch of corporate lawyers are making "guilt donations" for working to seal the Paramount deal on Yom Kippur. I didn't work today. But I have a better idea: Gratitude donations to the groups that have been fighting so hard to #BlockTheMerger See the 🧵 below for links
This whole 🧵 is gold.
Craig Aaron@notaaroncraig.bsky.social · last wk.Variety reports that a bunch of corporate lawyers are making "guilt donations" for working to seal the Paramount deal on Yom Kippur. I didn't work today. But I have a better idea: Gratitude donations to the groups that have been fighting so hard to #BlockTheMerger See the 🧵 below for links
We learned @agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov CAVED (pathetic!) 5min after our NYC protest outside @newyorkstateag.bsky.social's office. Such power and energy--followed by DEEP betrayal. The #BlockTheMerger will continue to fight media consolidation/oligarchy as if democracy depends on it. Because it does. 🧵👇
Alvaro M. Bedoya@bedoyausa.bsky.social · last wk.Today, billionaires yet again bribed, censored, and bullied their way to the top. As a result, a billionaire media company closely allied with the president will soon own one of its closest rivals, including some of the nation’s critical news outlets. Saudi Arabia will co-own those outlets, too.
NYC, 9am TODAY -- not too late to join me. 28 Liberty St. #blockthemerger #noconcessions
Jennifer L. Pozner@jennpozner.bsky.social · last wk.This is how I'm starting Yom Kippur: by fighting to protect press freedom, art, diversity, jobs, and democracy. I usually wouldn't do this on the High Holidays, but Yom Kippur is about atonement, and the future. I'd rather protect our future than atone next year bec I didn't do everything I could.
Friends in NYC: Please join me MON 9AM, at @newyorkstateag.bsky.social office to thank Tish James, and deliver a 77K-strong petition. Tish may be our last line of defense against the worst media merger I've seen in 30yrs of monitoring and fighting media consolidation! Info 👇
Jessica J. González@jgo4justice.bsky.social · last wk.In NYC? Come join us and clap @newyorkstateag.bsky.social into work tomorrow morning at 9am for standing strong for workers, consumers and free speech! www.mobilize.us/notabovethel...
Last minute protest outside AG Bonta’s Oakland office tonight when folks caught wind that he’s wavering on his promise to protect consumers and workers. #BlocktheMerger #NoConcessions
Don’t do it @robbonta.bsky.social !!! It will be what you’re remembered for. 🤮
Hey @agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov just so you're aware I Will be tagging you quite often and aggressively if you fold. You let Ellison win even one concession then it will haunt you for years to come.
Jennifer L. Pozner@jennpozner.bsky.social · last wk.Read 🧵. If you're in CA/NY, show up & fight back! Save press freedom, art, jobs, and democracy. Tell AGs Bonta & James + WGA: #NoConcessions 🚨🚨🚨URGENT #BlocktheMerger protests: Oakland 9/20 5pm NYC 9/21 9am LA 9/22 10am @freepress.bsky.social @mediaanddemocracy.bsky.social @1acommittee.bsky.social
Yesterday's deep dive, NOW UPDATED w/ PROTEST INFO for Oakland (today/Sun 5pm), NYC (Mon 9am), LA (Tues 10am). If you are in these cities, show up to save media and democracy. No matter where you are, sign the petition to #BlocktheMerger with #NoConcessions (🔗 now at top of essay).
DOJ & FCC Hold ParaBros’ Beer, Coyote vs Acme Explodes the Box Office, AI programs aren’t legit news sources (UPDATED with PROTEST INFO)
Plus: Paramount leaving L.A., “Tilly Norwood,” “AI journalists,” 60 Minutes, Sally Field, Jimmy Kimmel, BET, and more Block the Merger mayhem!
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Jennifer L. Pozner@jennpozner.bsky.social · 2w agoReporting suggests @agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov may settle for a terrible deal with Paramount. Caving to David & Larry Ellison is a win for oligarchs and for Trump, and a loss for art, press freedom, jobs, and all Americans. SIGN thr PETITION 👇 NOW Before they sell us out #BlockTheMerger #NoConcessions
Read 🧵. If you're in CA/NY, show up & fight back! Save press freedom, art, jobs, and democracy. Tell AGs Bonta & James + WGA: #NoConcessions 🚨🚨🚨URGENT #BlocktheMerger protests: Oakland 9/20 5pm NYC 9/21 9am LA 9/22 10am @freepress.bsky.social @mediaanddemocracy.bsky.social @1acommittee.bsky.social
Free Press on Instagram: "🚨🚨 URGENT! @agrobbonta and some of the other state AGs are close to caving and allowing the Paramount/Warner Bros merger to go ahead. We can’t let that happen. Tell them #...
15 likes, 1 comments - freepressaction on September 19, 2026: "🚨🚨 URGENT! @agrobbonta and some of the other state AGs are close to caving and allowing the Paramount/Warner Bros merger to go ahead. We...
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Jessica J. González@jgo4justice.bsky.social · 2w agoFurther press reports indicate that this deal Bonta’s working on is extremely weak tea. Here’s @freepress.bsky.social statement: www.freepress.net/news/free-pr... We are calling for AGS to hold strong. #BlocktheMerger #NoConcessions
We say no no no 1000x no to the Ellisons' pressure tactics. We support the AG's and unions pushing for real structural remedies not ephemeral behavioral ones 
Block the Merger Coalition Statement on Reports of Ellison’s Settlement Squeeze
News reports indicate state Attorneys General are in negotiation talks in their lawsuit to block the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger. The merger is a threat to workers, journalists, consumers,...
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Reporting suggests @agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov may settle for a terrible deal with Paramount. Caving to David & Larry Ellison is a win for oligarchs and for Trump, and a loss for art, press freedom, jobs, and all Americans. SIGN thr PETITION 👇 NOW Before they sell us out #BlockTheMerger #NoConcessions
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Twelve state attorneys general sued to block Paramount’s takeover of Warner Bros. Concessions don’t protect workers, consumers or creators. Tell the AGs to hold strong and take it to trial. SIGN THE P...
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Jennifer L. Pozner@jennpozner.bsky.social · 2w agoTick, Tick... Boondoogle! "I can almost hear David Ellison toddler-sobbing to Daddy Larry. How dare the U.S. legal system not let us violate antitrust laws? I waaaaant Warner Bros! I WANT it! AG Bonta’s so mean!" My latest deep-dive: 12 topics, 12 great reasons to #BlocktheMerger #NoConcessions
This is the energy we need, the fight we must have, and the communities we need to protect from this illegal merger -- right alongside journalists, press freedom groups, and everyone in America who relies on a functioning press and a functioning democracy. I cannot stress enough: #BLOCKTHEMERGER
Mark Ruffalo@markruffalo.bsky.social · 2w agoDon’t you dare @agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov, do not cave. 5670 film makers put their necks on the line for you to fight this merger. Another 75,000+ and counting have signed to tell you not to concede in just 3 weeks. Please sign to send a message to the AG’s and Paramount. noparamountconcessions.com