I would like to address the recent criticisms directed at the Cape Gazette’s policy of not covering the protests against the Trump administration. The notion that the Cape Gazette does not cover national issues is simply untrue.
The Cape Gazette has consistently provided local reporting on matters that affect our community, and there are recent examples that illustrate this approach. For instance, the story on the Food Bank of Delaware facing funding cuts, the coverage of how funding freezes are impacting local groups, and the in-depth look at the Chancery Court issue – particularly how it pertains to large national and international companies leaving Delaware – are all clear examples of national issues being localized. These stories highlight the Gazette’s commitment to addressing how broader issues impact our local community, which is, after all, the role of a local news outlet.
While it’s important to acknowledge the presence of protests on Route 1 and other locations in our area, the idea that the Cape Gazette should be expected to cover every protest is, quite frankly, too much to ask. Protests occur every weekend, with groups like the good reverend's regularly making their voices heard. Should the Gazette be expected to cover every one of these demonstrations? The paper’s decision to focus on localizing national issues, rather than becoming overwhelmed with every protest, is exactly the right approach.
The Gazette’s readers rely on it for coverage that speaks to how national policies and events impact our immediate surroundings – whether it’s government funding cuts, changes to the economy or shifts in the local business environment. These are the kinds of stories that matter to us here in the Cape Region.
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