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This resolution recognizes the week of October 5 through 11, 2025, as "National Newspaper Week" in Pennsylvania, highlighting the critical role newspapers play in maintaining a robust democracy. The resolution celebrates Pennsylvania's rich journalistic history, noting the state's significance as the birthplace of American independence and home to the Pennsylvania Gazette, a pioneering newspaper established by Benjamin Franklin in 1729. It emphasizes that newspapers have continuously evolved to meet the needs of a diverse population while maintaining high standards of journalism, accuracy, and public service. The resolution, sponsored by the Newspaper Association Managers Inc. since 1940, aims to underscore the importance of newspapers in fostering community engagement, civic participation, and an informed citizenry. Additionally, the resolution acknowledges the Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association and its members for their contributions to promoting an active and well-informed public, and directs that a copy of the resolution be transmitted to the association.

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