[oldbrowser]

"A press that is free to investigate and criticize the government is absolutely essential in a nation that practices self-government and is therefore dependent on an educated and enlightened citizenry."

Even a biased press, such as we have today, does it's job of enlightening the citizenry. Eventually even the most gullible citizens realize that they are being manipulated by a dishonest press.

[GOPJ]

Even a biased press, such as we have today, does it's job of enlightening the citizenry. Eventually even the most gullible citizens realize that they are being manipulated by a dishonest press.

You're right. As long as the first amendment exists the MSM will never be 'gatekeepers' again. As small as citizens voices are in comparison - we get truth out...