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The Fight for Free Speech
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The Fight for Free Speech

Ten Cases That Define Our First Amendment Freedoms

Ian Rosenberg
NYU Press, 2023

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9

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Media lawyer Ian Rosenberg offers a timely exploration of the legal history of free speech in the United States. Through the stories of 10 Supreme Court cases, Rosenberg illuminates the evolution of Americans’ First Amendment rights to speak, write, protest, criticize, satirize, offend and even remain silent. In engaging prose that is free of legal jargon, Rosenberg captures the drama of these cases and the intense emotions that often played out alongside the legal proceedings. Carefully researched, humane and relevant, Rosenberg’s account brings valuable clarity to a subject of vital importance.

Take-Aways

  • US law protects speech that promotes illegal activities, unless imminent harm would result.
  • An American citizen has the right to stay silent. 
  • Members of the media can criticize public figures as long as press reports don’t contain falsehoods, and demonstrate no reckless disregard for the truth.

About the Author

Ian Rosenberg is a media lawyer and professor who provides ABC News clients with pre-broadcast counsel on issues such as libel, intellectual property rights, FCC regulations and more. 

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