Amy Goodman is promoting her new documentary, “Steal This Story, Please!”, which highlights the necessity of independent media for a functioning democracy [1].
Goodman's advocacy centers on the belief that audience-funded news is vital because it provides a platform for voices that mainstream media outlets often silence [1, 2]. By operating outside corporate influence, independent journalists can prioritize public interest over profit margins.
The documentary chronicles the 30-year history of Democracy Now!, the independent news program Goodman co-founded [1]. Through the film, Goodman explores the challenges of maintaining an unbiased press and the importance of investigative reporting in holding power accountable.
“Our job is to go to where the silence is,” Goodman said [1].
Goodman is appearing in person for several screenings of the film this month. In Tampa, Florida, the documentary will be shown at 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. [3]. Additional screenings are scheduled for June 27-30, 2026, at the Jane Pickens Theater in Newport, Rhode Island [5].
These events follow a series of discussions regarding the film, including an interview that aired May 27, 2026 [2]. Goodman continues to argue that a healthy democracy requires a diverse media ecosystem where information is not filtered through a few large conglomerates [1, 2].
““Our job is to go to where the silence is.””
The promotion of “Steal This Story, Please!” reflects a broader movement toward decentralized, listener-supported journalism. By emphasizing the 'silence' in mainstream reporting, Goodman highlights a systemic gap in corporate media coverage, suggesting that democratic accountability depends on news sources that are financially independent of corporate advertisers.
