Librarians concerned with intellectual freedom will find that ideas considered dangerous by those who control the media are suppressed in a variety of ways. (AB)

This article...traces the development of one important reason for Pacifica's existence - its determination to be a powerful force for freedom of expression in American society." (Editor)

Addresses basic issues that arise when an instructor who teaches college-level courses to inmates in a penal institution reflects upon that teaching experience. Presents questions that must be examined by those teaching prison inmates. (JOW)

Argues that academic freedom is sustained by the tenure system and that retrenchment that involves the elimination of tenured faculty positions or programs has the potential of weakening academic freedom. (PD)

Surveys key decisions on libel handed down by Supreme Court and the resulting distinctions between private persons and public officials/public figures. Also examines the distinction with respect to proof of defamation. Offers criticism of the Court's position and recommends a change in policy. (PD)

The nature of various types of bias are examined, the issue of censorship is addressed, and suggestions for safeguarding the freedom of the academic press are proposed. (MJB)

Structures a workable accommodation between the First Amendment and property rights in "original works of authorship" granted by the federal copyright law. Available from California Law Review, Inc., School of Law, University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720; sc $4.00. (Author/IRT)

Elementary teacher describes the use of stories about justice, liberty, and heroism involving African Americans to teach students racial tolerance. (PKP)