The Significance of New York Times v. Sullivan
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Grades: 6 - 12
Video Description: Gilbert Bailon, Editor of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch discusses the landmark free press case, New York Times v. Sullivan, the question the Court was asked to address, the decision of the Court and its continuing impact.
Type of Video: Segment*
Unique Video ID: First Amendment-29**
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