Knight Center for Journalism in the Americas – Lawmakers look to toughen Ecuador’s media bill

There are several new updates in the political process surrounding Ecuador’s polemic Communications Law:

The deadline for a final version of the bill has been extended to July 2nd, giving legislators 12 days to add or remove provisions, Hoy reports.

A proposal by ruling party legislator María Augusta Calle to require degrees for “professional journalists” passed committee, El Comercio adds.

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