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Freedom of the press also includes freedom from prior restraint, which means?

a) Censorship is allowed
b) Government can prevent publication
c) Media can report anything
d) No restrictions on the press

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Final answer:

Freedom from prior restraint means that the government cannot prevent the publication of information without a compelling reason. This is a protection of freedom of the press.

Step-by-step explanation:

Freedom of the press also includes freedom from prior restraint. This means that the government cannot prevent the publication of information without a very compelling reason. Prior restraint refers to censorship or restrictions on the press before information is published. Examples of prior restraint have been challenged in court cases such as Near v. Minnesota and the Pentagon Papers case, where the Supreme Court ruled in favor of freedom of the press.

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