Which statement is correct about libel laws?

A. Laws governing libel are much stricter in Great Britain than in the United States, making it easier for British politicians to sue newspapers for publishing articles that defame or ridicule them.
B. Laws governing libel are much stricter in the United States than in Great Britain, making it easier for American politicians to sue newspapers for publishing articles that defame or ridicule them.
C. The Official Secrets Act in the United States makes it difficult for reporters to publish stories dealing with national security.
D. The Freedom of Information Act in Great Britain makes it easy for reporters to get access to many public documents.
E. None of these are correct.


Answer: A

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