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digital entities continues to grow, with technology companies playing a large role in the flow of both news and rev- enue, according to a report by the Pew Research Center. Bogle is committed to following this trend. In early September 2019, The Tribune began offering its readers with digital subscriptions. “If we don't make a monetary com- mitment to the changing environment, as to what people expect, as to how they receive content, news information, any of those words you want to use, we will lose out, because they are those who have dedicated their interest into receiving that content through a digital environment,” Bogle says. “But the notion of having the printed word in your hand is not going to go away anytime soon. What you get from a digital experience is a different experi- ence than what you get from print. We must continue to try to support the institution called journalism and print while having a dedicated commitment to the digital change that's occurred, of which we must continue to serve. If we expect to continue having a relationship with readers.” The publisher states it is incumbent upon Black Americans to come together for a common cause and demand equal access and opportunity. He also says it is critical for The Tribune to position itself for future success by staying relevant to its readership. “As long as we have dedicated men and women, to the enterprise called journalism, there can be a future. If we're in denial, as to how we expect to provide that information, we will fail. So we're going to have to accept the reality of this changing environment. Also, while not denying the fundamentals of the trade, the practice of truth, and being able to provide a meaningful and effective way, the story of the African- American experience in this region. If we do not continue with that commit- ment, we will not have a future for The
Bogle states the company in its 135 th year will stay abreast of what's happen- ing with the industry and the flow of readership. He remains firmly commit- ted to never abandoning journalism nor his fraternity. “I am proud to be a Kappa,” he says. “I have tried to live by the principles of the fraternity and part of that, and most importantly, is achievement. I've tried to have that commitment in my personal life. I probably haven't done all that I could to continue with the historic tradition of men of achievement, but I certainly continue to embrace the com- mitment of achievement and the role Kappa Alpha Psi has played in this place called America.” Johann Calhoun is the News & Special Projects Editor for The Philadelphia Tribune and former Region I Director for the National Association of Black Journalists. He is a member of the Chester (PA) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi, Fraternity Inc.
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