The Foundation of Free Expression Assignment
Write an essay of 500 words discussing your ideas.
To reinforce the information in the chapter, watch a nine-minute video about the New York Times v Sullivan case produced by Thinkwell Videos at
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtqQWt7aoZ0&feature=related
What new information does this video provide? Discuss the Doctrine of Incorporation in particular to explain how the First Amendment applies to state government. Review the history of U.S. press freedom, the three-part standard for libel for public officials and the concept of actual malice.