Fear of declining newspaper competition was one of the motivating factors behind the Hutchins Commission's push for greater social responsibility in news reporting.

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The Hutchins Commission, formally known as the Commission on Freedom of the Press, was established in 1947 out of concern for the concentration of media ownership and the declining competition among newspapers. This concentration was feared to lead to a decrease in the diversity of viewpoints and information available to the public. The Commission advocated for greater social responsibility in news reporting to ensure a well-informed public, which is essential for a functioning democracy.

Fear of Declining Newspaper Competition Was One of the Motivating