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Protect Free Speech and Independent Voices: Oppose the Cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
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Target: CBS, Paramount Global, Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Goal: We call on CBS, Paramount, and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to ensure that media decisions are free from political influence and to protect the voices of independent journalists and comedians who hold power to account.
The cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, announced to end in May 2026, has sparked widespread speculation and concern. While CBS claims the move is financially motivated, media analysts and insiders have pointed to the timing of the decision, coinciding with Paramount’s pending $8 billion sale to Skydance and a $16 million legal settlement with former President Donald Trump.
Stephen Colbert has long been an outspoken critic of political corruption and authoritarianism. Silencing his platform not only undermines free speech but also sets a dangerous precedent for the future of independent voices in media. We must ensure that powerful interests cannot use regulatory bodies or financial deals to silence dissent and critical commentary.
We urge CBS, Paramount, and the FCC to commit to transparency, protect independent journalism, and guarantee that programming decisions are not influenced by political pressure or backroom deals.
Key Demands
- CBS and Paramount must publicly disclose all communications and considerations related to the cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
- The FCC should investigate any potential political interference in media programming decisions, especially those coinciding with major corporate mergers or settlements.
- CBS and Paramount must commit to upholding free speech and protecting independent voices, ensuring that programming decisions are made transparently and free from external political influence.
- Guarantee that future media mergers and acquisitions are subject to strict oversight to prevent the silencing of critical or dissenting voices.
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