The First and essential freedom

Examines the first amendment of the Constitution of the United States and what it means to the media and American society. Deals with the current climate of classifying news. Describes relationships between the media and various Presidents of the United States, including Roosevelt, Truman, Eisenhower, Johnson, and Kennedy. Examines the impact of Watergate, the Vietnam War, and the Pentagon Papers on censorship and disclosure of sources.

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