Freedom of speech and press
Definition
This is the right to express any opinions without censorship or restraint, and the freedom to circulate opinions in print without government intervention.
Related terms
Censorship: The suppression or prohibition of any parts of books, films, news, etc. that are considered obscene, politically unacceptable, or a threat to security.
Propaganda: Information, especially biased or misleading nature used to promote a political cause or point of view.
Libel: A published false statement that is damaging to a person's reputation; written defamation.
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