The Benchmark Case Concerning Freedom of the Press Was

question 35

Multiple Choice

The benchmark case concerning freedom of the press was

• A)New York Times v.Sullivan.
• B)FCC v.Pacifica Foundation.
• C)Barron v.Baltimore.
• D)Near v.Minnesota.

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Definitions:

Organic Solidarity

Unity based on role differentiation, not similarity.

Role Differentiation

The process by which members of a society or group develop specialized functions, responsibilities, or social statuses.

Collective Consciousness

The set of shared beliefs, ideas, and moral attitudes which operate as a unifying force within society.

Social Institutions

Complexes of norms, values, and roles that organize social activities into stable patterns and contribute towards meeting social needs, such as family, education, and government.