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    National Security, Government 'Spin' and the First Amendment

    The Obama Administration is accused of abusing press freedom by seizing AP phone records. Can new technology protect the press and their sources from government intrusion?

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    By Warren Olney • May 17, 2013 • 52m Listen

    The Obama Administration's accused of abusing press freedom by seizing Associated Press phone records. Was that really necessary to protect American lives? Should reporters go back to meeting sources on shaded park benches or can new technology protect them and their sources from government intrusion and hackers who've spread false messages? Also, Capitol Hill begins hearing on IRS misconduct, and the summer movie season begins. Get ready for blockbusters and R-rated comedies.

    Banner image: US Attorney General Eric Holder testifies before a House Judiciary Committee on Capitol Hill in Washington May 15, 2013. Photo: Yuri Gripas/Reuters

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Evan George

      Director of Content, News

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      Sonya Geis

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