Chapter Two - Freedom of Speech in America to World War I

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Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798

Created by the Federalists

Most important to know is that it made seditious libel illegal

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Articles of Confederation (Article Five)

Established federalism

Congressmen were the only people who had freedom of speech

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Kentucky Resolution of 1799

States should decide to press regulation

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Speech and Debate Clause (Article 1, Section 6)

Prevents congressmen from being arrested for speaking their opinion

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Virginia Resolution of 1798

Federal government cannot limit freedom of speech

Those decisions are left to the states

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Zenger Trial

Zenger criticized the NY gov who was appointed by the king

Jury holds truth is a defense and acquits Zenger