Importance of a free and independent press in a democracy

FIRST AMENDMENT
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Importance of a free and independent press in a democracy
A free and independent press is important in promoting democracy in that it actively engages the public in the decision-making process through a consistent flow of information and ideas. Democracy entails decisions made in governance being the will of the people. The press plays the duty of providing the public with information that helps make informed decisions that are best for them. The press also keeps in check governance agencies to ensure that democracy prevails by the implementation of the decisions made by the people.
Importance of the first amendment
The first amendment was made to protect the freedoms of speech, religion, and expression. It states that Congress cannot pass any bill that prohibits these freedoms. The amendment is important since it protects the greatest factor in democracy enjoyed by the p...