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Freedom of the press (or press freedom) is the guarantee by a government of free public press for its citizens and their associations, extended to members of news gathering organizations, and their published reporting. It also extends to news gathering, and processes involved in obtaining information for public distribution. In the U.S. this right is guaranteed by the First Amendment to the United States Constitution. Not all countries are protected by a bill of rights or the constitution pertaining to Freedom of the Press. Australians have nothing in their constitution nor a bill or rights that suggests anything to do with Freedom of the Press.
With respect to governmental information, a government distinguishes which materials are public or protected from disclosure to the public based on classification of information as sensitive, classified or secret and being otherwise protected from disclosure due to relevance of the information to protecting the national interest. Many governments are also subject to sunshine laws or freedom of information legislation that are used to define the ambit of national interest.
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@cop15 NGOs having a sit it inside the Bella Center, UN Security would not let me take photos. Freedom of the Press ?
joaobambu (João Paglione) Wed, 16 Dec 2009 11:10:31 -0000
@cop15 NGOs having a sit it inside the Bella Center, UN Security would not let me take photos. Freedom of the Press ?
Labour Group in Chorley defeated in their motion to report local press to Complaints Commission. The right of freedom of press must remain.
acullens (Alan Cullens) Wed, 16 Dec 2009 11:01:48 -0000
Labour Group in Chorley defeated in their motion to report local press to Complaints Commission. The right of freedom of press must remain.
RT @mokkikunta: Massive attack on the freedom of press http://bit.ly/8hteSt #COP15 #pressfreedom
piombo (w-----) Wed, 16 Dec 2009 10:00:14 -0000
RT @mokkikunta: Massive attack on the freedom of press http://bit.ly/8hteSt #COP15 #pressfreedom
UNHCR | Refworld | Freedom of the Press 2009 - Gabon: Publisher, Freedom House. Country, Gabon. Publication Date, 1... http://bit.ly/6WeYWi
da52543 (Daniel Arlt) Wed, 16 Dec 2009 09:07:59 -0000
UNHCR | Refworld | Freedom of the Press 2009 - Gabon: Publisher, Freedom House. Country, Gabon. Publication Date, 1... http://bit.ly/6WeYWi
the freedom of speech, the press; the right of the people peaceably to assemble; and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
loganjh (Logan Hupp) Wed, 16 Dec 2009 07:33:57 -0000
the freedom of speech, the press; the right of the people peaceably to assemble; and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.
Media groups win vital case for press freedom in Europe: Five news organisations at the centre of a battle over the... http://bit.ly/8ovUfC
FTmedianews (Media News) Wed, 16 Dec 2009 06:33:08 -0000
Media groups win vital case for press freedom in Europe: Five news organisations at the centre of a battle over the... http://bit.ly/8ovUfC
Studying the Media - Noam Chomsky provides an analysis of self-imposed, often unconscious, media censorship in the United States.
2002 Press Freedom Index - Ranks countries by freedom of the press. Developed and published for the first time in 2002 by Reporters Without Borders.
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Issues, International Agreements, Population, Social Statistics, Political System, immigration ]
Canadian Journalists for Free Expression - Defends journalists' rights and supports the development of media freedom in Canada and throughout the world.
Cascfen - News about freedom of the press from Azerbaijan, Armenia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Iran, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Turkey and Uzbekistan
Centre for Media Freedom Middle East and North Africa - An independent centre based in London and Casablanca which defends journalists subjected to censorship and promotes media freedom in the Middle East and North Africa through action alerts, publications and training.
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Committee To Protect Journalists - Features international news alerts and resources from non-partisan international organization of journalists dedicated to protection of freedom of the press and expression.
Meta Description: [ The Committee to Protect Journalists is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to the global defense of press freedom. ]
Fox-BGH Alleged Cover-up - In a successful lawsuit, journalists fired at FOX-owned WTVT Channel 13 in Tampa for refusing orders to hide the dangers of a big advertiser (Monsanto), won a substantial cash settlement.
Meta Description: [ Steve Wilson & Jane Akre vs Fox Television Stations attempts to coverup Bovine Growth Hormone (BGH) story. ]
freedominfo.org - A one-stop portal that describes best practices, consolidates lessons learned, explains campaign strategies and tactics, and links the efforts of freedom-of-information advocates around the world.
Index on Censorship - Provides subscription information for bi-monthly magazine promoting free speech. Also includes assortment of online articles.
International Freedom of Expression Exchange - Archive of alerts on press freedom violations, dating back to 1995. Covers over 120 countries.
Meta Description: [ Covering freedom of expression abuses and issues from around the world, with an up-to-date, searchable database of alerts and weekly Communique (newsletter) ]
International Press Institute (IPI) - IPI is a global organisation of editors, media executives and leading journalists dedicated to the protection of press freedom
Journalists' Trade Union (JuHI) - Based in Azerbaijan, this organization offers links to current events concerning freedom of press and expression, journalism, mass media, trade union and labor rights.
Observer - Special Reports: Press Freedom Campaign - Ongoing collection of news, analysis and commentary about Press Freedom Day, censorship, threats to journalists and the situation in various countries.
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Reporters Without Frontiers - Fights for the freedom of the press and freedom of expression, and ensures protection of journalists by denouncing human rights breaches. In English, French and Spanish.
Society of Professional Journalists - Dedicated to the perpetuation of a free press as the cornerstone of our nation and our liberty. Seeks to maintain constant vigilance in protection of the First Amendment guarantees of freedom of speech and of the press
The Case of Rafael Marques - Site of the Open Society Institute: Updates and background information on the ongoing trial of Rafael Marques, a journalist from Angola who faces charges of defaming the president.
The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press - Nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free legal help to reporters and news organizations.
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World Free Press Institute Online - Provides training programs and assistance to media organizations struggling to meet the challenges of a free press.
World Press Freedom Committee (WPFC) - WPFC is 37 organizations on five continents, defending the freedom of the press and assisting independent news media organizations around the world.
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