Susie Swift, an Avid Jogger, Is Running Down the Beach

question 186

Essay

Susie Swift, an avid jogger, is running down the beach when she comes upon Bobby Beachbum, a serious weight lifter. Bobby flirts with Susie, who decides he has more muscle than brains. She continues her run down the beach, and Bobby begins to run after her. After about a half mile, Bobby tires and gives up. Explain why Susie was able to continue to run despite having less muscle mass than Bobby has.

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Definitions:

Actual Malice

A standard of proof in libel cases showing that the publisher knew the statement was false or acted with reckless disregard for the truth.

Libel

A false written or published statement that unjustly harms someone's reputation, considered a civil wrong or tort.

Slander

Slander is the act of making a false spoken statement damaging to a person's reputation.

Symbolic Speech

Actions that purposefully convey a particular message or statement to those viewing it, recognized by courts as a form of free speech.