Last month, KCRA 3 was selected to host international journalists from more than 20 countries, from Azerbaijan to Palestine, Vietnam and Nigeria. These journalists were part of a U.S. State Department international leadership program. It was a partnership with Global Ties Sacramento and the California Broadcasters Association. The goal is to share best practices and foster international relationships. With questions about government-controlled or privately funded content, and how we vet information, it's a reminder of the diverse media environments around the world. At KCRA 3, our priority is to deliver unbiased, fact-based news, untouched and uninfluenced by external entities, with transparency and integrity at our core. Our diverse news team ensures a chorus of voices guides the editorial process. Some of these values were a stark difference for our guests, but we also shared similarities and understanding of our goals and passion for what we do. The spectrum of media in the U.S. is vast and should be evaluated by the viewers, but I urge you to consider nations where media bias is a norm dictated by the state. How does this shape their government and freedom? True journalism champions the truth, fosters understanding, and inspires engagement within our communities. Unlike other nations, a free press is foundational to our democracy and the only profession mentioned in our Constitution.Ariel Roblin is the president and general manager of KCRA 3 and My58. See more of her editorials here.