Tagged: Free Speech

Controversial Bus Ad
6:23 am
Thu October 4, 2012

Federal Court Considers Controversial NW Bus Ad

Credit Photo by Jessica Robinson / Northwest News Network
A controversial ad seen on King County buses.

The question of how free speech applies to the side of buses is before a panel of federal judges. Members of the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals heard oral arguments Wednesday in a special meeting in Spokane. The case stems from a controversial ad on Seattle buses but has implications for transit systems around the Northwest. Correspondent Jessica Robinson reports.

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Northwest News
6:44 am
Wed September 12, 2012

Oregon Mural Draws The Ire Of Chinese Government

Credit Photo Credit: Chris Lehman

The Chinese government is playing the role of art critic in Corvallis. A giant mural there depicts a Tibetan monk setting himself on fire.

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Internet Comments
6:06 am
Thu July 12, 2012

Idaho Case Shows Limits Of Anonymous Comments Online

Online free speech experts say people who like to post fiery comments on the internet should take heed of a north Idaho case. A judge said this week that the right to remain anonymous does not extend to internet comments that insinuate someone committed a crime. Correspondent Jessica Robinson has more.

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Political Advertising
6:52 am
Mon June 11, 2012

Washingtonians Disappointed By Negative Political Ads

Washington voters find it hard to determine if political campaign ads are accurate, according to a survey by the AARP of Washington. Paige Browning reports, the organization hosted an event in Spokane Thursday to share the results and educate their members.

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