freedom of the press

• Direito fundamental e princípio que permite a jornalistas e organizações de mídia publicar e divulgar notícias e opiniões sem censura estatal ou restrição prévia.

A fundamental right and principle that allows journalists and media organizations to publish and distribute news and opinions without government censorship or prior restraint.

1. Right to publishB2formal

   The right of journalists and media organizations to publish news and opinions without government censorship or control.

   Liberdade de imprensa

   • Freedom of the press is a cornerstone of a democratic society.
   • The government was criticized for restricting freedom of the press.
   • Journalists fought for freedom of the press to report on corruption.

2. Legal protectionC1formal

   A constitutional or legal guarantee that protects the media from prior restraint or punishment for publishing information.

   Liberdade de imprensa

   • The court upheld the principle of freedom of the press in its ruling.
   • Many countries have laws that explicitly protect freedom of the press.
   • Freedom of the press allows whistleblowers to expose wrongdoing.