In its 1997 Reno v. ACLU decision, the Supreme Court ruled on the constitutionality of the Communications Decency Act. The court held that the Internet has the same First Amendment status as:

a) over-the-air television; b) cable television; c) commercial speech (i.e., advertising); d) newspapers and other media that enjoy the highest level of constitutional protection; e) non-commercial corporate communications.


D

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In 2012, the PRSA published the following definition of public relations: “Public relations is a strategic communication process that builds mutually beneficial relationships between organizations and their publics.” In a brief essay, discuss the different elements of this definition and explain the meaning or significance of each.

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following statements best describes Mill’s principle of utility?

a) Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. b) Act on that maxim which you wish to become a universal law. c) Seek the greatest happiness for the greatest number of people. d) Actions need to be judged by their results.

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Researchers Vangelisti and Crumley have identified three categories of reactions to messages that hurt, including active verbal responses, acquiescent responses and __________.

A. overemotional responses B. counterattacks C. self-defense D. invulnerable responses

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