Pass the PRESS Act
The PRESS Act is the most important press freedom bill in modern history.
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Stop Arresting Journalists
Too often, police arrest journalists for doing their jobs. These arrests and prosecutions chill important reporting.
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Reform Government Secrecy
The U.S. classifies far too many secrets, obstructing democracy.
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Proposed Espionage Act reforms are vital for investigative journalism
Amendment would stop unconstitutional charges against journalists and whistleblowers without impacting real espionage cases
SCOTUS reaffirms vital protections against retaliatory defamation claims
Recent case marks latest setback for politicians who want to bankrupt their critics with litigation
Journalists, whistleblowers, and activists must be protected from SLAPPs
A patchwork of state laws and the lack of a federal anti-SLAPP law leave free expression vulnerable to chilling lawsuits
DOJ: Dispersing journalists from protests violates First Amendment
Recent report marks welcome change from Justice’s past anti-press positions
The NYPD has a serious press freedom problem
Recent arrest of respected photojournalist was just one of many recent abuses
Stop distorting Daniel Ellsberg's legacy to disparage other whistleblowers
Ellsberg supported and admired those who followed in his footsteps
Congress has reintroduced the PRESS Act. Now lawmakers must pass it.
The federal shield law bill would protect journalists, confidential sources, and the American people’s right to know
Press freedom and civil liberties orgs condemn conviction of Asheville journalists
Conviction undermines the First Amendment right to gather news on public land
Congress can end warrantless spying on journalists and other Americans
Surveillance law Section 702 shouldn’t be renewed without significant reforms
Secret science laws limit access to research records
Denying the press and public access to records isn’t the right way to protect academic freedom
