Sherrod’s suit against Breitbart tests libel law in Web era

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Sherrod’s suit against Breitbart tests libel law in Web era

Most stories of this kind fail to mention the higher standard for public figures or public officials. Of if they do, they mischaracterize what “actual malice” really means. This reporter paid attention in his communication law class.