Journalism under fire : protecting the future of investigative reporting /

A healthy democracy requires vigorous, uncompromising investigative journalism. But today the free press faces a daunting set of challenges: in the face of harsh criticism from powerful politicians and the threat of lawsuits from wealthy individuals, media institutions are confronted by an uncertain...

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Main Author: Gillers, Stephen, 1943-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Columbia University Press, 2018
Series:Columbia journalism review books
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Table of Contents:
  • Introduction
  • What does the press clause mean?
  • What and who is "the press"?
  • What does the press clause demand of the press?
  • Protection of confidential information
  • Press clause protection for newsgathering
  • Three legislative changes to safeguard investigative reporting
  • In conclusion : Potter Stewart's truth