Question

The statement below was made by Thomas Jefferson in a 1786 letter to John jay...our liberty, which cannot be guarded but by the freedom of the press...why should this freedom be protected

To keep the government from becoming the primary information source
To provide the government with an accurate information source
To provide the news media with a guaranteed profit
To keep the news media from controlling the political process

Answer 1

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The freedom of press should be protected to keep the government from becoming the primary information source and to prevent the news media from controlling the political process. By allowing a free press, it ensures that there is a diverse range of sources and perspectives, which ultimately promotes transparency, accountability, and democracy. This freedom also allows for accurate and unbiased information to be disseminated to the public, enabling informed decision-making. Additionally, protecting the freedom of press helps to prevent the concentration of power and ensures the preservation of individual liberties.