Free Press: Free Flow of Information Act

Journalists Need a Federal Shield Law

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 06:59:02 -0700

Congressman, Marking 'Sunshine Week,' Calls for Passing a Federal Shield Law in 2009

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 05:03:38 -0700

Much Is at Stake in Journalist Shield Bill

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 09:07:56 -0700

Senate Should Pass Crucial Shield Legislation

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 06:10:40 -0700

FBI Apologizes to Newspapers for Spying on Reporters: The Bureau Does Not

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 07:17:16 -0700

Press and Public Need a Federal Shield Law

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 06:49:47 -0700

Citizens concerned about the state of the news media begin meeting today in Minneapolis, where the 2008 National Conference for Media Reform proposes to diagnose a number of critical conditions that are changing -- and challenging -- the media business.

Protecting a Basic Freedom

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 07:34:12 -0700

The effort to enact a federal shield law for journalists got a much-needed bipartisan boost last week. Speaking before a press group, Senator John McCain announced his support for the Free Flow of Information Act. The measure would give reporters limited protection against being compelled to reveal confidential sources in federal court.

Cabinet Officials Cite Concerns About Senate Version of Reporter's Shield Law

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 06:59:41 -0700

Last Monday, Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) announced his support of the Senate version of the reporter's shield law, now called the Free Flow of Information Act. His backing of the Senate bill took place at a meeting hosted by the Associated Press and, not surprisingly, drew headlines in newspapers around the country.

The Free Flow of Information

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 07:20:18 -0700

There's nothing like a presidential campaign to help renew attention to the need for a federal law to protect journalists from being compelled by the government to divulge their sources.

Presidential Candidates Support Shield Law

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 07:12:21 -0700

The race for the presidency has provided journalists rich story lines. The result could offer another benefit: White House backing for a bill that would make it easier for reporters to protect the identity of sources.