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Near v. Minnesota determined that libel is allowed if it serves the interest of the public.
Near v. Minnesota determined that libel is allowed if it serves the interest of the public.
New York Times v. United States determined that libel is allowed in certain instances.
New York Times v. United States determined that libel is allowed in certain instances.
Adams v. Jefferson determined that pursuing charges of libel is unconstitutional.
Adams v. Jefferson determined that pursuing charges of libel is unconstitutional.
New York Times v. Sullivan determined that actual malice must be proven to pursue charges of libel in the case of a public official.
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New York Times v. Sullivan determined that actual malice must be proven to pursue charges of libel in the case of a public official.
This landmark ruling expanded freedom of speech by requiring public officials to prove "actual malice" — that is, knowledge of falsity or reckless disregard for the truth — in libel cases, thus making it more difficult for them to succeed in such claims and protecting robust public discussion and criticism.
