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Freedom of the Press - Human Rights and Liberties, Issues, Society 14
Free Speech - Human Rights and Liberties, Issues, Society 89
Privacy - Human Rights and Liberties, Issues, Society 68
 The Freedom of Information Center at the University of MissouriThe Freedom of Information Center at the University of Missouri
 
A guide to media law with links to state resources and current news stories.
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Barbara Croll FoughtBarbara Croll Fought
 An associate professor of communications law at Syracuse University, Fought provides a list of books, periodicals, telephone hotlines, and Internet mailing lists related to the Freedom of Information Act.
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The Brechner Center for Freedom of InformationThe Brechner Center for Freedom of Information
 Answers queries about media law from journalists, attorneys, and other members of the public. The Center is prepared to explain issues relating to media law, react to current developments, offer speakers for meetings and classes, and assist in research about media law.
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Can We Tape?Can We Tape?
 State-by-state guide to the laws governing recording conversations over the telephone, cellular and cordless phones, hidden cameras, obtaining consent, possession and publication of illegal tapes, and interstate calls.
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CIA FOIACIA FOIA
 The Official Freedom of Information Act web site of the US Central Intelligence Agency. Provides the public with an overview of access to CIA information, including electronic access to previously released documents.
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Citizen's Guide on Using the Freedom of Information ActCitizen's Guide on Using the Freedom of Information Act
 A report by the House Government Reform Committee, H.Rep. 108-172, June 23, 2002
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Copley First Amendment CenterCopley First Amendment Center
 Site sponsored by the Illinois Press Association includes news and court decisions on First Amendment issues and educational information on rights.
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DOJ: Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)DOJ: Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
 Explains how the FOIA applies to the US Dept. of Justice and how information may be obtained.
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FBI - Freedom of Information ActFBI - Freedom of Information Act
 Explains the document search process and provides an online reading room for frequently requested files.
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The First Amendment and Freedom of the PressThe First Amendment and Freedom of the Press
 Essay by James C. Goodale on court cases in which First Amendment rights have been upheld, allowing the press to pursue its mission. Goodale served as general counsel to The New York Times when the U.S. Supreme Court decided that the Times could continue to publish the then-classified Pentagon Papers.
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First Amendment CenterFirst Amendment Center
 Offers one-stop access to information about the First Amendment. Useful for students, teachers, journalists, lawyers and the general public.
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First Amendment FoundationFirst Amendment Foundation
 Non-profit organization which seeks to provide authoritative information, expertise, and assistance to the public and news media. Site provides directory of services and membership information.
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First Amendment of the Bill of Rights to the United States ConstitutionFirst Amendment of the Bill of Rights to the United States Constitution
 The American Library Association identifies First Amendment advocates and provides links to notable court cases.
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Foia GroupFoia Group
 FOIA consultants who assist in crafting and executing FOIA requests.
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Freedom of Information ActFreedom of Information Act
 Issues, laws, links, and other resources to help journalists get information from state and national governments.
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The Freedom of Information Act, 5 U.S.C. § 552, As Amended By Public Law No. 104-231, 110 Stst. 3048The Freedom of Information Act, 5 U.S.C. § 552, As Amended By Public Law No. 104-231, 110 Stst. 3048
 The full text of the Freedom of Information Act in a form showing all amendments to the statute made by the "Electronic Freedom of Information Act Amendments of 1996."
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Freedom of Information CenterFreedom of Information Center
 How to search public records, how to file an FOIA request, current issues and news about freedom of the press, international media law, federal and state cases, links to other groups. Based at the University of Missouri-Columbia.
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HHS - Freedom of Information ActHHS - Freedom of Information Act
 US Health and Human Services site to facilitate efforts to obtain public information about HHS programs. How to request information, and a reading room of frequently requested documents.
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Homefront ConfidentialHomefront Confidential
 Explores how the War on Terrorism affects access to information and the public's right to know. Published by the Reporter's Committee for a Free Press.
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How to Use the Federal FOI ActHow to Use the Federal FOI Act
 Do-it-yourselfers guide to how to use the Act as an effective investigative tool and provides sample letters, forms and directories to assist individuals in dealing with the government promptly and effectively.
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Media Law Resource CenterMedia Law Resource Center
 Includes annotated bibliography of legal cases, scholarly papers, and articles concerning First Amendment and intellectual property Internet law issues. The 200 court cases are explained succinctly. Also includes many citations from the print media.
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Privacy International - Freedom of InformationPrivacy International - Freedom of Information
 News, documents, surveys, and a map of the status of FOIA worldwide.
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RCFP First Amendment HandbookRCFP First Amendment Handbook
 Includes a fount of information on the application of the First Amendment to such issues as access to the courts, gag orders, access to places, freedom of information and libel. Published by the Reporter's Committee for Freedom of the Press.
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RCFP FOI ServicesRCFP FOI Services
 Various helps for journalists seeking to obtain information from government agencies, both federal and state, including a fully automated fill-in-the-blanks FOI letter generator.
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US Census Bureau Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA)US Census Bureau Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA)
 Details about the bureau, how to request materials, and a FAQ.
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U.S. Department of State FOIA Electronic Reading RoomU.S. Department of State FOIA Electronic Reading Room
 Displays (a) frequently requested documents released under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), (b) special collections of continuing public interest, and (c) regulations, policy statements, administrative rulings and manuals, and other reference materials.
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Using the Freedom of Information ActUsing the Freedom of Information Act
 Simple, step-by-step guide published by the American Civil Liberties Union.
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