Free expression and democracy in America [electronic resource] : a history /
Feldman, Stephen M., 1955-
Free expression and democracy in America a history / [electronic resource] : Stephen M. Feldman. - Chicago, Ill. ; London : University of Chicago Press, c2008. - 1 online resource (ix, 585 p.)
Includes bibliographical references and index.
If the connection between democracy and freedom of speech is such a vital one, why, this book asks, have so many US presidents sought to quieten their citizens. Feldman argues that America's level of freedom is determined not only by the Supreme Court, but also by cultural, social and economic forces.
Specialized.
9780226240749 No price
Freedom of expression--History.--United States
Law.
United States of America, USA.
History of the Americas.
Politics & government.
Political structures: democracy.
Human rights, civil rights.
KF4770 / .F45 2008
342.73085
Free expression and democracy in America a history / [electronic resource] : Stephen M. Feldman. - Chicago, Ill. ; London : University of Chicago Press, c2008. - 1 online resource (ix, 585 p.)
Includes bibliographical references and index.
If the connection between democracy and freedom of speech is such a vital one, why, this book asks, have so many US presidents sought to quieten their citizens. Feldman argues that America's level of freedom is determined not only by the Supreme Court, but also by cultural, social and economic forces.
Specialized.
9780226240749 No price
Freedom of expression--History.--United States
Law.
United States of America, USA.
History of the Americas.
Politics & government.
Political structures: democracy.
Human rights, civil rights.
KF4770 / .F45 2008
342.73085