Judge Learned Hand's views on liberty highlight a disturbing trend where American media and tech companies submissively settle lawsuits with Donald Trump, undermining their own First Amendment rights. This complacency raises concerns about the confidence these organizations have in their legal protections. A notable case involved ABC News agreeing to pay $15 million to settle a lawsuit regarding a potentially defamatory statement made by anchor George Stephanopoulos. Hand's reflection reminds us that true freedom must be cherished within citizens, transcending mere legal frameworks.
The spectacle of powerful media organizations debasing themselves before Mr. Trump has become so familiar that it is beginning to feel like scheduled programming.
In December, ABC News agreed to pay $15 million to settle a lawsuit in which Mr. Trump contended that the network's star anchor, George Stephanopoulos, had defamed him.
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