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 from a progressive perspective. 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. Democracy 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.
