1. Who is Judith Miller? Should the United States have a federal shield law protect reporters?
- Judith Miller is a former New York Times reporter who does not believe that as a reporter, she nor anyone else is above the law. She strongly felt that being a reporter, was the key form of government watch dogs. She had to spend 85 days in jail for refusing to testify about her confidentiality sources in connection with the leaked identity of the CIA operative, Valerie Plame.
5. What do you think of the current movie rating system? Should it be changed? Why or why not?
- I believe the current rating system is quite accurate. I know that the system will not be pleased by all, but in my opinion it does not need to be changed. The movies I watch are rated R because I am of age and in those type of movies, they need to be rated R because of the material that is the movie. Most individuals, mainly the parents are concerned with their children. I believe that if parents raise questions about a certain movie than don't let the children watch the movie. The rating system was designed for a particular reason and the viewers should follow the guidelines.
6. Should the Fairness Doctrine be revived? Why or why not?
- The fairness doctrine was well developed an does not need to be revived. The importance of the doctrine was to minimize any possible restrictions on free speech caused by limited access to broadcasts outlets. The general idea was to have coverage of controversial issues of public importance. The doctrine was all for being fair on the radio as well as TV. I do not believe it should be revived, I only believe it should be upheld by the government.
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