This is what independent media is all about: unembedded, investigative, international journalism. - Amy Goodman

We need to hear these silenced voices. That is the power of independent media: to give voice to the voiceless; to those who have been shut out of the debate.

We are a compassionate people. But people cannot take action if they don't have accurate information.

On this 60th anniversary of the Pacifica Radio Network, we should celebrate the tradition of dissent and the power of diverse voices to resolve conflict peacefully.