According to seditious libel, it is illegal to
a. criticize the government to the extent of undermining public support and respect.
b. declare one’s citizenship null in a time of war.
c. incite violence by advocating the forcible overthrow of the government.
d. knowingly print false accusations against a city official.
e. refuse to abide by acts of Congress or orders of the president in times of war.
ANS: A
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