‘Classified information’ isn’t a magic formula to suspend the First Amendment

The Supreme Court seems to understand the First Amendment limits on government coercion of speech — except when it comes to national security

Publishing government secrets shouldn’t be illegal

The DOJ must end the Assange case before it turns journalists into criminals

Ex-CIA employee deserves a long prison sentence — but not for leaking documents

It’s troubling that our government apparently views disclosing its secrets as an exponentially more serious offense than possessing troves of child pornography

Harsh punishments for leakers undermine public-interest journalism

The maximum sentence imposed on the ex-IRS contractor who leaked Trump’s tax returns to the press sends a chilling message to other would-be whistleblowers

Don't make press run a 'contempt' gauntlet

Reporters shouldn’t have to face fines or jail time in order to appeal orders requiring them to name confidential sources

Stop distorting Daniel Ellsberg's legacy to disparage other whistleblowers

Ellsberg supported and admired those who followed in his footsteps

Snowden anniversary a reminder of the need to protect whistleblowers and journalists

Disclosures changed history by revealing illegal mass surveillance

Congressional hearing on Twitter Files shows why conservatives need the PRESS Act

It’s not just the “liberal media” that needs protection from politicians pressuring journalists to burn sources

SCOTUS review of immigration law could criminalize routine journalism

First Amendment dangers extend far beyond immigration reporting

Sources need to know they’re protected when journalists die

Reporter’s privilege can’t just protect reporters