"Newspapers" in-class discussion-
The class discussion about newspapers was very eye-opening. I was especially intrigued about the story of John Peter Zenger, creating his own newspaper and accusing the king of misuse of power. Mr. Zenger was sent to trial, and he was nearly given the death penalty until his lawyer proved that everything he said was true. So he was set free because the judge came to a conclusion that you can say whatever you want, as long as it is true.  It was one of the first times freedom of speech was used.