Saxony budget: Dwindling support for media professionals weakens media freedom in Germany and Europe

Saxony's draft 2025/2026 double budget proposes a two-thirds funding cut for the European Centre for Press and Media Freedom (ECPMF). If passed, the draft would pose a serious threat to the organization's stability and future. Of course, austerity measures are understandable given the economic situation. However, continued support for independent journalism is crucial, especially when financial constraints, right-wing populism, and disinformatio…