The Law of Journalism and Mass Communication
Seventh Edition
Learning Objectives
5-1: Describe truth as a defense to libel suits.
5-2: Explain how fair report privilege can be used as a defense against libel suits.
5-3: Define opinion as a defense against libel suits.
5-4: Explain anti-SLAPP protection and its applications.
5-5: Describe Section 230 immunity and how it applies as a libel defense.
5-6: Recognize other defenses to libel suits and their applications.
5-7: Recognize other defense considerations in libel suits.