
Defamation Vibes
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How Do We Balance Text History and Tradition With Levels of Scrutiny
David Rothkopf: I think the current system was made up for a case that doesn't really apply to most current libel and defamation suits. He says we should create something that is easier for lower courts to follow, so press and individuals can understand what the standard is. "I am all for a very, very free press," he adds, but there does need to be some line by which someone intentionally publishing something wrong, false, certainly should meet that standard.
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