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The Campaign To Silence Journalists & Undermine Free Speech

Mar 11, 2025 · 44m
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  • David Enrich's book Murder the Truth examines Justice Clarence Thomas's 2019 suggestion to overturn New York Times Co. v. Sullivan
  • 1964 landmark Supreme Court decision strengthened First Amendment protections enabling journalists and bloggers to pursue truth without fear of litigation
  • Surge in legal threats and litigation against journalists and media outlets coincides with calls to weaken free speech protections

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