

The show is described as progressive by fans as well as critics, but Goodman rejects that label, calling the program a global newscast that has "people speaking for themselves". Democracy Now! views as its aim to give activists and the citizenry a platform to debate people from " The Establishment". It documents social movements, struggles for justice, activism challenging corporate power and operates as a watchdog outfit regarding the effects of American foreign policy. The program combines news reporting, interviews, investigative journalism and political commentary, with a focus on peace activism linked to environmental justice and social justice. Eastern Time, is broadcast on the Internet and via more than 1,400 radio and television stations worldwide. The show, which airs live each weekday at 8 a.m. February 19, 1996 27 years ago ( ) – presentĭemocracy Now! is an hour-long American TV, radio, and Internet news program hosted by journalists Amy Goodman (who also acts as the show's executive producer), Juan González, and Nermeen Shaikh.
