ebook img

Uninhibited, Robust, and Wide-Open: A Free Press for a New Century (Inalienable Rights) PDF

225 Pages·2010·0.937 MB·English
Save to my drive
Quick download
Download

Download Uninhibited, Robust, and Wide-Open: A Free Press for a New Century (Inalienable Rights) PDF Free - Full Version

by Lee C. Bollinger| 2010| 225 pages| 0.937| English

About Uninhibited, Robust, and Wide-Open: A Free Press for a New Century (Inalienable Rights)

The First Amendment to the U.S Constitution provides that "Congress shall make no law...abridging the freedom of speech or of the press." The words are simple and the Constitution does not elaborate further on them. So, it has been up to the Supreme Court (whose first adjudication of a case relating to this question was not until 1919) to define the practical and theoretical applications of this freedom. In 1976, Justice Stewart ruled and reasoned this way in 1976: "The Free Press guarantee is...a structural provision of the constitution...and the primary purpose of this guarantee is to create a fourth institution outside government as an additional check on the three official branches." This ruling established wide latitude for the press and has ensured freedom of information vital to our democratic society. Bollinger summarizes legal decisions like this one and gives examples of the ways we as a people have benefited from our free press. His purpose is to explore and recommend how the American press is to function as a check on government in our current era of globalization and how the American ideal of freedom through information be practically applied in an environment of internet based media. The questions are compelling and Bollinger's answers concise and definitive. Bollinger is the President of Columbia University, well known for his writing on the First Amendment. Not surprisingly then, he offers a nine point plan that includes how journalism should be taught, how public leaders should form and prioritize this issue, and how the US government can leverage policies, like trade agreements, to secure access for the press world wide. This book is so clearly written that even more complex legal arguments are assessable. We would be wise to place this short book (it is under 200 pages) on the required reading lists for most college undergraduates and for anyone who has hopes for the American future, as these hopes may hinge on the protection of the fourth institution. Reviewed by Marcia Jo

Detailed Information

Author:Lee C. Bollinger
Publication Year:2010
ISBN:9780195304398
Pages:225
Language:English
File Size:0.937
Format:PDF
Price:FREE
Download Free PDF

Safe & Secure Download - No registration required

Why Choose PDFdrive for Your Free Uninhibited, Robust, and Wide-Open: A Free Press for a New Century (Inalienable Rights) Download?

  • 100% Free: No hidden fees or subscriptions required for one book every day.
  • No Registration: Immediate access is available without creating accounts for one book every day.
  • Safe and Secure: Clean downloads without malware or viruses
  • Multiple Formats: PDF, MOBI, Mpub,... optimized for all devices
  • Educational Resource: Supporting knowledge sharing and learning

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it really free to download Uninhibited, Robust, and Wide-Open: A Free Press for a New Century (Inalienable Rights) PDF?

Yes, on https://PDFdrive.to you can download Uninhibited, Robust, and Wide-Open: A Free Press for a New Century (Inalienable Rights) by Lee C. Bollinger completely free. We don't require any payment, subscription, or registration to access this PDF file. For 3 books every day.

How can I read Uninhibited, Robust, and Wide-Open: A Free Press for a New Century (Inalienable Rights) on my mobile device?

After downloading Uninhibited, Robust, and Wide-Open: A Free Press for a New Century (Inalienable Rights) PDF, you can open it with any PDF reader app on your phone or tablet. We recommend using Adobe Acrobat Reader, Apple Books, or Google Play Books for the best reading experience.

Is this the full version of Uninhibited, Robust, and Wide-Open: A Free Press for a New Century (Inalienable Rights)?

Yes, this is the complete PDF version of Uninhibited, Robust, and Wide-Open: A Free Press for a New Century (Inalienable Rights) by Lee C. Bollinger. You will be able to read the entire content as in the printed version without missing any pages.

Is it legal to download Uninhibited, Robust, and Wide-Open: A Free Press for a New Century (Inalienable Rights) PDF for free?

https://PDFdrive.to provides links to free educational resources available online. We do not store any files on our servers. Please be aware of copyright laws in your country before downloading.

The materials shared are intended for research, educational, and personal use in accordance with fair use principles.