After studying this chapter, you will be able to:

1. Describe the development of a free press in the United States.

2. Discuss the limits that have been placed on free expression and other First Amendment rights, including those put in place since September 11, 2001.

3. Explain the three elements that must be present for libel to occur and the four major defenses against libel.

4. Name the four major forms of invasion of privacy.

5. Discuss the issue of whether the press can be legally required to behave ethically using three Supreme Court case examples.

6. Explain how the media industry is controlled through copyright law, broadcast, and Internet regulation.