What Is Freedom of the Press?

Do you know about the Bill of Rights? It is part of the United States Constitution. The Bill of Rights protects our freedoms. Freedom of the press is part of the Bill of Rights. 

The press is another name for news reporters. Freedom of the press means people can publish the news. The government cannot stop them. There are limits. For example, you cannot publish lies about somebody. 

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