An Unfortunate Outburst of Intense Patriotism: Is Election to Congress a License to Libel?

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Wednesday, October 3, 2007

Is Election to Congress a License to Libel?

Two incidents involving members of Congress have raised a troubling question: Does election to Congress grant the congressperson free rein to say whatever he or she wants with no fear of punishment for libel or defamation? The fraudulent attacks on Rush Limbaugh are one such incident. You can read... Sign in to see full entry.

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