Freedom of Expression and Association - Regulation of the Media

Question 1

Media

Answer 1

The media has no greater First Amendment Rights than the general public

Question 2

General Considerations

Answer 2

regulation of the right to publish about matters of public concern is subject to strict scrutiny

Question 3

Broadcast

Answer 3

radio and television broadcasters are said to have a greater responsibility to the public; can be more closely regulated than print and other media

Question 4

Cable Television

Answer 4

content based regulations of cable broadcasters are subject to strict scrutiny

Question 5

Internet

Answer 5

any regulation of internet content is subject to strict scrutiny