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Old 01-07-2006, 10:46 PM   #14
xoxoxoBruce
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Originally Posted by richlevy
It's probably a speech issue and not a press issue. The possession and display of pictures of one's choosing is an expression of non-verbal speech, similar to the display of a flag.

Also, knowledge of current events is necessary to stay informed and form opinions, which are a necessary component of speech. Deliberately keeping someone ignorant is depriving them of the right to have an opinion.
I think you're reaching on that one, Rich. The Constitution says we have the right to form and express an opinion. As you can easily observe all around you and in some media, an informed opinion is neither expected nor required.
Hell, you don't even need one to vote.
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