Overview:
Explore the vital role of Washington’s Capital Press Corps and how statehouse reporters keep citizens informed about government, public policy, elections, and political decision-making. Through interviews with veteran journalists including David Ammons and Austin Jenkins, this video examines the history, responsibilities, and evolving challenges facing the media in Olympia. From covering legislative sessions and statewide elections to adapting to shrinking newsrooms and digital journalism, viewers gain an inside look at how reporters serve as watchdogs for democracy and why a strong, independent press remains essential for an informed electorate.