Journalism and Free Speech
Journalism and Free Speech by John Steel, published by Routledge in 2012, offers a historical and theoretical exploration of the relationship between journalism and the concept of free speech. This edition spans 232 pages and is presented in English. The book addresses the often-overlooked connection between freedom of the press and freedom of speech, emphasizing that while press freedom is crucial for democratic societies, it is frequently taken for granted.
Readers will find a critical examination of the philosophical and historical development of free speech, alongside an analysis of its practical implications for journalism. The text delves into various topics, including the philosophy of free speech, the democratic imperative of press freedom, and the impact of new media on the global public sphere. Additionally, it discusses issues such as censorship, privacy, defamation, and the influence of ownership on news reporting. This book serves as an accessible resource for students studying journalism and mass media, providing a comprehensive overview of the complexities surrounding press freedom and censorship.
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Journalism and Free Speech brings together for the first time an historical and theoretical exploration of journalism and its relationship with the idea of free speech. Though freedom of the press is widely regarded as an essential ingredient to democratic societies, the relationship between the idea of freedom of speech and the practice of press freedom is one that is generally taken for granted. Censorship, in general terms is an anathema.
This book explores the philosophical and historical development of free speech and critically examines the ways in which it relates to freedom of the press in practice. The main contention of the book is that the actualisation of press freedom should be seen as encompassing modes of censorship which place pressure upon the principled connection between journalism and freedom of speech. Topics covered include:
- The Philosophy of Free Speech
- Journalism and Free Speech
- Press Freedom and the Democratic Imperative
- New Media and the Global Public Sphere
- Regulating Journalism
- Privacy and Defamation
- National Security and Insecurity
- Ownership
- News, Language Culture and Censorship
This book introduces students to a wide range of issues centred around freedom of speech, press freedom and censorship, providing an accessible text for courses on journalism and mass media.
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