Fourth Estate
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An array of factors led to this low estimation of the Fourth Estate, but the death of local journalism is close to the top of the list.
From Salon • Sep. 4, 2025
His film envisions the Fourth Estate as a check on extremism and authoritarianism.
From New York Times • Apr. 11, 2024
The Fourth Estate once spoke truth to power.
From Washington Times • Jun. 14, 2023
The California Journalism Awards, announced on May 25, highlighted the best reporting across the state, the brightest stars of the Fourth Estate.
From Seattle Times • May 31, 2023
On two evenings a week Mr. Sloan fled the cares of the Fourth Estate and became Sam in the soul-refreshing presence of Miss Angelina.
From O. Henry Memorial Award Prize Stories of 1921 by Marshall, Edison