The Romanian Tribune Newspaper (TRIBUNA Românească) of Chicago has evolved into a comprehensive media outlet dedicated to news, events, and topics relevant to the Romanian-speaking community in the United States. With a distinct Christian conservative perspective, it serves Romanians and Moldovans seeking a deeper understanding of conservative values and the challenges posed by today’s progressive landscape. As a result, it has gained widespread appreciation among Romanians and Moldovans abroad—including in the U.S., Canada, and Western Europe—many of whom fled communism and its aftermath.
Historically, the name “Tribuna” holds significance in Romanian journalism. In the late 19th century, Tribuna was a prominent newspaper prior to and during the First World War based in Sibiu, Transylvania, advocating for Romanian national rights within the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Several political figures and historians served as editors and writers, contributing to its influence in the Romanian national movement. Today many historians reflect on Tribuna’s contribution in the Great Union immediately following the break-away of the Austro-Hungarian Empire at the end of WWII, when Transylvania united with Romania forming the Great Romania, recognizing its merits which came at great costs.
The Romanian Tribune of Chicago continues this legacy by serving as a cultural and informational bridge for all Romanian-Americans, keeping them connected to their heritage and current events related to Romania and the diaspora in United States.
The Romanian Tribune of Chicago also covers significant U.S. political events that impact its readership. It has featured articles on topics such as U.S. immigration policies, which directly affect many in the immigrant community. Additionally, the Romanian Tribune has reported on U.S. foreign policy decisions concerning Eastern Europe, providing analysis on how these policies influence both Romania and the Romanian diaspora in the United States. Through such coverage, the Romanian Tribune seeks to inform its readers about U.S. political developments that are relevant to their lives and heritage.
It’s worth noting that the Romanian Tribune’s editorial team offers a variety of important news updates daily on their official Facebook page and group, reaching over 10,000 online readers.