DeSantis Will Curb Press Freedom, in a Move with National Implications; Diane Ravitch

Florida Gov. DeSantis is crafting a new law making it easier for him to sue reporters. It could curtail press freedom across the nation.  He intends to change the Supreme Court ruling that prominent public figures could not sue the press for libel unless they are able to prove “malicious intent.” This standard was so high that it was virtually impossible for a president or governor or senator to sue and win. He announced his intention at his  regular press conference  where he issues new policies intended to curb the freedoms of some marginalized group or to impose his views on the whole state-- after which  he boasts about Florida standing for “freedom.” What he means is that in Florida, everyone is free to agree with him