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Freedom of the Press

The right to publish and disseminate information without censorship or restraint, protected by the First Amendment and essential for a functioning democratic society

intermediate
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Freedom of the press is a fundamental principle that supports democracy by ensuring that information flows freely and that citizens can make informed decisions. It allows journalists to investigate and report on issues that matter to the public, holding those in power accountable. However, this free...

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Key Terms

Censorship
The suppression of speech, public communication, or other information.

Example: Government censorship of news articles.

Journalism
The activity of gathering, assessing, creating, and presenting news.

Example: Investigative journalism exposes corruption.

Media Independence
The ability of media organizations to operate without interference from external forces.

Example: Independent news outlets report freely.

Public Interest
The welfare or well-being of the general public.

Example: Reporting on public health issues serves the public interest.

Press Freedom
The right of journalists to report news without censorship.

Example: Countries with high press freedom allow diverse opinions.

Ethics
Moral principles that govern a person's behavior.

Example: Journalists follow ethical guidelines to ensure fairness.

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The practice of suppressing information, often by governments.
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Human Rights
The basic rights and freedoms to which all humans are entitled.
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Media Literacy
The ability to access, analyze, and evaluate media content.
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Digital Journalism
The practice of reporting news through digital platforms.
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Key Concepts

CensorshipJournalism EthicsMedia IndependencePublic Interest