Democracy Now! Turns 25: Celebrating a Quarter-Century of Independent News on the Frontlines

Democracy Now! first aired on nine community radio stations on February 19, 1996, on the eve of the New Hampshire presidential primary. In the 25 years since that initial broadcast, the program has greatly expanded, airing today on more than 1,500 television and radio stations around the globe and reaching millions of people online. We celebrate 25 years of the War and Peace Report with an hour-long retrospective, including highlights from the show’s early years, some of the most controversial interviews, and groundbreaking reports from East Timor, Standing Rock, Western Sahara and more.
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[@iamCoachEddie]

The best NEWS channel on air!

[@thenaughtyamericanexpat]

It most certainly is!

[@rachelmropp]

Democracy Now is a National Treasure. Thank you Amy Goodman!

[@RobinHerzig]

This!

[@Mike-B.]

@@RobinHerzig YES, very much so.

[@zakobruce]

They are anti-Assange. Hardly

[@davidhawkinsjrbrr1041]

One word i could use to describe the previous comment……AMEN !!!!!

[@erikaestupinan1989]

Klloo

[@lakenpadilla7623]

Amy Goodman is a badass. Love how she handled Bill Clinton. What a boss. Congrats to Democracy Now!

[@RobinHerzig]

Absolutely

[@josephmorrell9954]

ant goodman is a sellout. lol.

[@pythagoran]

This network of people is such an inspiration. We are grateful for your service and your courage.

[@CLEFT3000]

Thank goodness I try opening up please put something in uop

[@fons4]

Q je de

[@jaywilliams2978]

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[@8088I]

"Democracy Now!" is the most conscientious Human Rights oriented News Program in Television. And, Amy Goodman is to "Democracy Now!" as Brian Lamb is to "C-Span." A brave, selfless, hard-working, benevolent, Visionary Pioneer!

[@8088I]

" Hope is a Verb! " 'A Call to Action!' -- Greta (Thurnberg) 👍 {Action; Action ==> Democracy Now! Inspired}

[@tylerhackner9731]

Happy birthday Democracy Now! Thank you for great progressive reporting!

[@JamesDoe-ie1sb]

Et seems bombs is immoral esp. When day do so much destruction against innocent people and dear properties than their targets...dear should be non-bombing zones, away from residences and innocent inhabitants, we are not savages; what are theses schools teaching our youth, Horrible values.

[@JamesDoe-ie1sb]

SOO HAPPY HE'S GONE

[@erinm1218]

I have listened to Democracy Now since 2006 or so. It frequently brings me to tears and it always names names, dates, and facts.

[@mamabear3217]

Here's to 250 more, I pray mentorship and apprenticeship is happening so the legacy continues

[@kingofthecatnap6246]

Let's hope many, Akina!

[@Hayanomie]

Dear God Narmeen better take over

[@swaggyswag4999]

I believe in democracy and I also believe in democracy none of those other news program come close to democracy Now but everybody with some sense knows that

[@doralamontagne5520]

Army Goodman 25 years Democracy Now!! Many years of excellent WORK! THANKS.

[@anjumkhan226]

May Allah give you the opportunity to work continuously....

[@ewalker1057]

Happy Birthday Democracy Now. Thank you for your gift of keeping us informed.

[@jameshill739]

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[@ritarossi1805]

La Palestina/ GAZA ha un solo grande problema/ il ritorno di Simone Bar-Kochba. (Bibi 🐛 nethanyau Mileikowsky sionista revisionista dell'ultra destra,figlio della stella principe della Giudea nuovo Messia )tornato per attuare la speranza messianica attraverso il Sionismo. L'umanità intera ,ha un solo grande problema, l'arroganza USA,le sue fabbriche di armi da usare, suoi disoccupati da esportare come killers,e la sua dollarizzazione. ....che distrugge tutte le economie...

[@iamwendybrown]

BLESS YOU QUEEN AND THANK YOU FOR SPEAKING OUT FOR JUSTICE IN YOUR NEWS WORTHY WAY...CARRY ON...

[@camellia_black]

Thank you Amy Goodman, and everyone at Democracy Now!, for covering important but little covered issues which don't typically make it into the mainstream corporate media. 25 years, bravo! Your work is inspiring.

[@brementmark]

Amy is the best! Congratulations on 25! Been with you for 20+ Thank you

[@freedom5574]

Thank you is not enough to say for all of you at Democracy Now, but thank you, thank you thank you for your service to the world

[@salwasalih3241]

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[@JasonSears78]

Wow, what a reflection. I'm in awe of what you've created, endured, and brought to light. 2-decade long fan here, all I can say is thank you thank you thank you. 🙏

[@kristopherkeene8872]

Thanks for 25 AMAZING years Democracy Now! You have no idea how much you have changed my life!!

[@virgoalchemist9235]

I started listening to DN in 2010. I've thoroughly enjoyed it!! I've learned so much from this show. Thank you Amy, Juan & crew for all you do!!

[@hassanal-mosawi4235]

All the best!

[@sazonsongs]

I served my country as a US Marine, but I thank YOU, Nermeen and Juan for YOUR service. I’ve been a devoted listener (and learner) since I discovered you all on WBAI in NYC. Congratulations on your milestone. 🥳

[@kiamhutan1288]

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[@kx7500]

You served the military, not so much the country

[@sazonsongs]

@@kx7500 🖕🏽 I served “in” the military. and what have you done with your life besides take up space?

[@ahmedsess3294]

You have remained stern, steady and brave. I am seeing this for the first time, but do always check in. Simply Exemplary. Thank you.

[@PalWebTV]

Amy you are such a legend & a huge inspiration !! there's no voice in journalism i trust as much as yours !!

[@ferasalhati8713]

Congratulations, Amy! You're a treasure to your profession. Bless you

[@mattrussillo4587]

Rumsfeld was so full of crap !

[@josiesride]

✨✨✨✨✨✨✨

[@RobinHerzig]

So moved as I watch the last 25 yrs going by right before my eyes - been watching since the Sept 11th days. What a trip. All love + respect to Amy forever + Juan + all crew past + present. Happy Happy Anniversary + many many more

[@moni4peace]

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY DEMOCRACY NOW🥳🍾🎊 You are my favourite news site💝

[@Black_2_Def]

Democracy now, is the only cutting edge journalism left! Congratulations Guys!!

[@gzperezcastro]

Congratulations from Uruguay!!! I watch you for 2 years now, after trying a lot of US news to undertand whats happening there i can say this is one of the best, and Amy Goodman is huge!!! Love you all and please keep it going!!!

[@darklingOne]

Congratulations Democracy Now, consistency and persistence for truth. Powerful voice Amy Goodman Brava👏🏾👏🏾

[@elizabethellis9062]

To everyone at Democracy Now. Thank you.

[@lilithrogers5204]

Thank you Amy Goodman and your fine team for bringing us the true story of our world ❤😂

[@marcoborraz3763]

I’m glad Amy Goodman is still working on the same brave and honest line. Congratulations

[@Trisha-qi3em]

Congratulations Amy and all those great workers for Democracy Now! Canada here.

[@thomasnicodemou5160]

I’m ever so grateful to Democracy Now. It’s an indispensable part of my day. Grass roots broadcasting at its best, on the side of the poor, oppressed, those fighting for their elementary human rights. A voice for the voiceless. And remember the words of Amy Goodman: Broadcasting is the most powerful weapon that there is, more powerful than the most powerful missiles. It’s a paraphrase, but deadly accurate. I humbly say, Thank you Democracy Now!

[@JozsefLakatos-vh5rl]

We love you Democracy Now! Following from Hungary.

[@nancho77]

Congratulations for the quarter of a century of being a leader of a independent and true journalism!! Thank you very much for your effort and professionalism. Blessings.

[@yogeswari2]

Congratulations, Amy, Juan, Narmeen & Team, you are the best!!!

[@christinelaframboises3705]

Congratulations on 25 years of bringing truth to the people. Absolutely love this look back. 💖

[@johnhanson4776]

Thank you so much for being better than the generic news machines.

[@yane111]

You’ve been part of my mornings ❤️ Amy, Juan, Nermeen, and all of Democracy Now team-congratulations 🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🌱

[@abby-usivemonopoly5529]

9 months turned to 25 years because the world so desperately _needs_ you! Your integrity is unmatched. _CONGRATULATIONS,_ but mostly *_THANK YOU!_*

[@IsaDesOsiers]

Congratulations to Democracy Now in its celebration of 25 years of stellar independent journalism! And many more!

[@peterhaokip6264]

Congratulations Amy and Juan I discovered democracy now recently I have been faithfully following it. Keep it up your good work make American Gov more sane human and humane

[@TMF78]

I started following you not too long ago and realized now how I lived in darkness for so many years! Thank you Amy Goodman and Democracy Now for covering what’s not covered elsewhere.

[@rositaelvirez2821]

Congratulations to everyone at Democracy Now!! 🎈Thank you for providing us with the facts!

[@bloodchild420]

This made me really emotional. Thank you for all of your work, Amy. I gravitated to DN! as a teenager because y'all were some of the only folks who I could trust to be honest in the news media, and y'all are still true to those values. We are so fortunate to have your voice. Congratulations to you & the team for a phenomenal 25 years!

[@donaldwilliams799]

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[@jforozco12]

Pioneers turned icons! A voice of truth among a sea of lies, congratulations on the 25 years!

[@yancuicrodriguez1913]

Happy Birthday Democracy Now!

[@depolarize8238]

Remember when DN reported on issues MSM wouldn't cover. In an impartial, objective manner.

[@ResistEvolve]

Democracy Now never reported on probably the most important issue in the last 25 years, 911 Truth!

[@depolarize8238]

@@ResistEvolve Nor did they refute Russiagate.

[@ResistEvolve]

@@amremorse Grayzone has also interviewed Salvador Allende's grandson who is also a doctor (Salvador Allende was a doctor), he lives in Venezuela he supports President Maduro and supports the Bolivarian Revolution!

[@9dayNME]

I have nothing but respect for your commitment and humanity. Amy Goodman, may your legacy press forward for years to come.

[@Hayanomie]

I have watched your headlines religiously for the last two years. I've donated a couple times because you really are the best and most consistent news program today. Thanks for everything you do.

[@EuDouArteHipHopArtCulture21]

Damn , I laughed and cried through this . Thank you Dn' , One Love from Portugal .

[@hhheee3939]

How time flies. Congratulations to the milestone and to the loyalty to finding and reporting the truth. Asking the right questions to and of those in power.

[@hazeltalley5066]

I have learned so much today about what was going on in American government. It’s mind blowing. Think god for these hero reporters & this station. Bravo to you all . Gods blessings 🙏🏿💕😇😇😇

[@jkokubu1984]

🎉Happy Anniversary🎉 Thank you for having courage to take a chance, covering news that matters and delivering that news with utmost integrity. Cheers!!

[@branquinho8444]

Congrats, Democracy Now! Love your quest for truth and impartiality. Amazing work!👏

[@asierarias6123]

Thanks DN! So happy to celebrate this 25th anniversary with you!!

[@ianpawelk4740]

Congrats Amy, Juan, and all at Democracy Now!

[@marielaramos6931]

Congratulations Democracy Now, thank you Amy Goodman.

[@M500VYN]

Well done Amy and the entire team. Love your delivery. ❤️ from 🇬🇧

[@ruthdenova5984]

Democracy Now, I celebrate with all of you 25 years of your respected and hard work.

[@animeshkumar1684]

Congratulations! You always stand for truth

[@mengsiongkheng113]

Just started following Democracy Now this year in its 25th year Anniversary. Thank you for all your years of excellent work bringing and sharing truth to the work, a tireless and thankless job. Well done Amy!

[@judysparks3109]

Thank you Amy, Juan, and all of your staff, donors and volunteers for making your program possible. There are no words of gratitude to cover it all. Blessings to you all and stay safe.

[@Foothillflow]

So happy for you all! 🎉 Thank you for everything ❤

[@debwefoxx9389]

Fascinating- I can’t imagine choosing an hour from all of your invaluable coverage. Thank you is not enough for the ways Democracy Now has allowed me to know about people all over the world and in every circumstance and stay connected in solidarity and hope

[@1veyLopez]

So thankful to have found Democracy Now! ✌🏽

[@sylviaarnold6281]

Wow 25 years. Happy Anniversary!

[@LMaxx5]

Congrats Amy! Thank you for what you do.

[@johnedwardjones999]

Congratulations! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 Just discovered you in last two years. Outstanding programs.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thank you and good wishes Amy and team.

[@cristiansantiagoh]

Congratulations DN! You are a wonderful team doing what the MSM isn’t interested to cover

[@sooobyrooo5763]

CONGRATULATIONS and eternal gratitude for persistence and clarity through all we have endured together.

[@adamhbrennan]

Thanks for your legacy of excellent independent journalism!!!

[@phillheth]

Congratulations on 25 years. I only found Democracy Now maybe 3 years ago. But it's become my go to source for news. I get the strong feeling that it's a basic love of and compassion for humanity that fuels everything you do. Thank you for holding the line all these. Here's to another 25 years.

[@thenaughtyamericanexpat]

I'm grateful for Democracy Now!

[@trishtaylor3652]

Thank you Amy and Juan!

[@DeCleyre161]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! Thank you all so much for everything you do! ♥️

[@jeanbpyrol4656]

Happy Quarter-Century to Democracy Now and I wish the whole Team all the best for all the good news the program bring to the listeners over the years and continue to do so. Keep up the good work. Peace and Love

[@AgueroNain]

Congratulations Amy, Juan, Narmeen and to the wonderful Democracy Now team. My goodness you have been a breath of truth, thoughtful, passionate discussions, news and conscience. Thank you, I an grateful for you all. Very best to you all.

[@maryannchaisson6742]

Congratulations Amy, Juan & all! I only found your show in 2017, but I pray you all have at least 25 more successful years! God Bless! 🇨🇦👏👏☮️☮️

[@deborahbeaudoinzaki8019]

❤️Happy 25th Anniversary ❤️ Best News and Information Ever!

[@brandonderman6508]

Thank you so much!!

[@jamesharrington4752]

Happy Anniversary Democracy Now!!!

[@kaf890890]

Congratulations on your 25 years of excellent journalism!

[@mysticgold1947]

CONGRATULATION 🎊 ♥️ FOR YOUR 25 YEARS OF SERVICE AND HONEST INFORMACION ❤❤❤❤❤

[@roycebarley5182]

Congratulations and thanks for all the great work.

[@jeanneshipton4911]

you risked your life to keep us informed, and you're still at it. your contribution to journalism over the years is immeasurable. thank you, amy.

[@mystikindian]

Thanks for 25 years of incredible and informative journalism! Words can't properly express my appreciation!

[@josiesride]

✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨

[@nancyfriedberg9516]

Thank you guys! All the work you do makes a difference

[@joebiden123mail5]

agreed

[@newfad2008]

Great reporting I have been listening and supporting Democracy Now on KPFK, since it started. Thank you Amy and thank all your team.

[@catalinacurio]

Happy anniversary. 💖

[@MrVjjorge]

Thank you Amy and ALL the team at Democracy Now 👏👏🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@survivormary1126]

I love you Amy. Thank you for all you do to fight back against injustice. Your a very brave woman and a real Hero.

[@Kit-se3zs]

Congratulations Amy and Juan and everyone else at DN! I started listening at work in 2006 on iTunes. You are exemplary journalists, real journalists, led by integrity and grit and facts. A model for all media. Here's to many more decades of important coverage by Democracy Now! 🍾🎉

[@paterichsen3840]

You're the best Amy; the last real journalist

[@paterichsen3840]

Addendum: Dorothy Kilgallen died awhile back. You're maybe the last "white" journalist. So many just repeat what others have said

[@renatosilva5304]

I've been a listener since 96 on WBAI NY. Happy birthday Amy and Juan and thank you for your work!

[@wtoad]

Thank you, Democracy Now! One of the few remaining news sources that still informs without clickbait, sensationalism, or spectacle.

[@eomguel9017]

Happy birthday DN! Amy and all the DN staff are a beacon of hope for all of humanity. Thank you for all the extraordinary job, for your courage and integrity.

[@Muhdah1972]

Happy 25th Anniversary and thank you to everyone at Democracy Now who make this all possible and I hope you keep going for another 25 💪🎉👏👏👏👏

[@Raquesheety]

Thank you so much for your wonderful,truthful and most humanitarian media news in the USA and around the World. Be blessed, stay on!

[@albertosalvadorhernandezru8854]

Great job, Democracy now! I think that alternative news media, such as yours, is very, very necesary, and importat, to, with facts, develop an analytic mentality. Keep it going!!

[@PolishLucy1221]

Amy your reporting is phenomenal!!! As i type this tears well up watching this 25 yr anniversary special makes me respect you so much more then i already have i didn't think it possible. You are what everyone should support and not just subs and likes with donations of a $1 or more every month!! Im doing so from now on. You are worth it.

[@TheBOFAcookie]

Congratulations to Aimee, the First Lady of independent news

[@suha16th]

So many fond memories of listening to Democracy Now on WBAI during my undergrad years in the mid 2000s. Amy, Juan, Jeremy, and Narmine ❤❤❤ Thank you for reporting on stories that are never covered by the MSM and being the true voice for the people

[@zamzamahmed8139]

I discovered democracy now in 2001 after 9/11. I used to listen with my children and I remember it as if it was yesterday. Thank you so much my dear Amy, juan, shirmine sheykh and all the crew we dont see.❤

[@MrLawalker]

Thank you all for all you have done and for all you continue to do.