Libel Quote by Donald Trump
“We're going to open up the libel laws. So when they write falsely, we can sue the media and we can get this story corrected and get damages. I would absolutely work to open up the libel laws. If you write something that's wrong, and at least, knowingly wrong but wrong, a person like me and other people can bring a lawsuits to have it corrected and to get damage.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Campaign rally, 2015, United States
He proposes loosening libel laws so false statements can be sued for correction and damages.
In simple terms: Make libel laws easier to sue.
Key Takeaway
Use lawsuits to correct false media claims.
Themes
law
media
accountability
Mood
controversial
political
Type
legal
media
When to use this quote
- political campaigns
- media criticism
- legal actions
Key Concepts
legal reform
free speech
defamation
Questions to Reflect On
- Should libel laws protect reputation or limit speech?
- Who decides what is “knowingly wrong”?
A Different Perspective
Balancing free speech with protection against falsehoods is complex.
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