The press had been called the fourth estate, and in history has served as an important check on the US government’s power. As new technology allows who is the press to grow and become less certain, the right to freedom of the press is sure to continue being challenged. This book prepares readers to understand future challenges by introducing this important part of the First Amendment. Including detailed historical context on both the right to freedom of the press and the press itself, the unbiased main content supplements the social studies curriculum with clear, relevant information.