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Editorial
May 9, 1924
Monte Vista Journal And Monte Vista Graphic Reporter
Monte Vista, Rio Grande County, Colorado
What is this article about?
This editorial explores American ideals of freedom as embodied in the Declaration of Independence and Constitution, emphasizing free speech and press as essential, and cites Napoleon's awareness that press freedom could topple dictatorship.
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Whether America's ideals?
The Declaration of Independence expresses some of them, the Constitution expresses others. The most important of all ideals is that of freedom.
And as regards freedom, FREE SPEECH and FREE PRESS, which mean free expression of thought, whether in books, newspapers, moving pictures or speeches, are most important.
Napoleon knew it, when he said that if he granted complete freedom of the press, he would not be able to maintain his power--which was that of a dictator for three weeks.
The Declaration of Independence expresses some of them, the Constitution expresses others. The most important of all ideals is that of freedom.
And as regards freedom, FREE SPEECH and FREE PRESS, which mean free expression of thought, whether in books, newspapers, moving pictures or speeches, are most important.
Napoleon knew it, when he said that if he granted complete freedom of the press, he would not be able to maintain his power--which was that of a dictator for three weeks.
What sub-type of article is it?
Press Freedom
Constitutional
What keywords are associated?
Free Speech
Free Press
American Ideals
Freedom
Napoleon
Dictatorship
What entities or persons were involved?
Napoleon
Declaration Of Independence
Constitution
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
American Ideals Of Freedom, Especially Free Speech And Free Press
Stance / Tone
Advocacy For The Importance Of Free Expression
Key Figures
Napoleon
Declaration Of Independence
Constitution
Key Arguments
The Declaration Of Independence And Constitution Express America's Ideals
Freedom Is The Most Important Ideal
Free Speech And Free Press Are Crucial Aspects Of Freedom
Napoleon Recognized That Complete Press Freedom Would Undermine Dictatorial Power