National Security vs. Freedom of the Press

The Founding Fathers intended for the press to be a government watchdog and a protection against tyranny. Traditionally, the media enjoys special protection under the First Amendment, but in times of war, this freedom may be limited to protect national security. When government restrictions on press freedom become so significant that news outlets cannot accurately report on current events, this restriction has a chilling effect on the truth. At the heart of this competition between truth and safety is the question of what is best for the common good. Join Dean Nacht and Dean Schell as they discuss this question in light of current events.