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Press Clause

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A quick definition of Press Clause:

The Press Clause is a part of the First Amendment in the United States Constitution. It says that Congress cannot make any laws that take away the freedom of the press. This means that journalists and news organizations have the right to report on what is happening without fear of punishment or censorship.

A more thorough explanation:

The Press Clause is a part of the First Amendment of the United States Constitution. It states that "Congress shall make no law... abridging the freedom... of the press."

This means that the government cannot pass laws that limit or control what the press can say or publish. The press has the right to report on news and events without fear of punishment or censorship.

For example, if a newspaper wants to write an article critical of the government, they have the right to do so without fear of being punished or silenced. Similarly, if a journalist wants to report on a controversial topic, they have the right to do so without being censored.

The Press Clause is important because it helps to ensure that the press can act as a watchdog over the government and hold those in power accountable. It also helps to protect the public's right to know and to access information about important issues.

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shaquilleoatmeal
12:32
you grow through what you go through bunny, you know for the next relationship what you deserve
I want to run you guys through a scenario to see what yall think. Go to off topic for the one time lol
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lawguy we're nearly stats twins :D
13:13
I saw that, and I saw you got the Georgetown interview invite yesterday too! Goodluck!
you too haha, i was super surprised to have received one so early not gonna lie
i heard the group interview is really chill and I'm kinda excited to do it
seems cool
13:14
Yeah, 7sage has a page that talks about the questions for each schools interview, GULC's seems unique
13:15
Idk how much of an effect it has on admissions chances but should be cool either way
ive heard the conversion rate for gulc group interview is pretty high even moreso if you have the stats
it's hard to say but i've also heard that the group interview is harder to get than the alumni interview. but who really knows tbh
im p sure they don't interview everyone and getting one this early should be a great sign!
13:16
Yeah I've heard the same ab the group interview
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So maybe I'll see you in D.C. a year from now lmao
initiallaw
13:32
Speaking of stat twins kazuyamishima were exact stat twins lol
17:13
Anyone going to the UGA zoom thing on the 22nd?
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My bad, 24th*
Idk, what's it for?
@Law-Guy: How'd you get the Vandy fee waiver?
17:32
What does going ur3 in 3 days mean at Uva 😅
that you will get UR2 in 3 more
17:33
somethings gotta give
I’m new. What’s the UR and UR2?
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I already went ur2. It’s the 3rd status date change
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@RustyWrangler: attend one of their virtual info sessions and they'll send you a fee waiver
@Law-Guy: Awesome, thanks! I'll sign up rn!
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