Critical Perspectives on Freedom of the Press and Threats to Journalists

by Bridey Heing

In political dictatorships or other forms of authoritarian governance, freedoms of the press are often curtailed first before any other liberties are revoked. This is because the press is integral to democracy and to keeping citizens informed of important political happenings so that they can become more informed voters. In some countries, such as Russia, journalists face extreme pressure to toe the party line; if they speak out against the government...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0766098540
• ISBN13: 9780766098541
• Release Date: July 2018
• Publisher: Enslow Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.3" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 12 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 7 to 12