free press

American  

noun

1. a body of book publishers, news media, etc., not controlled or restricted by government censorship in political or ideological matters.

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Etymology

Origin of free press

First recorded in 1760–70

Example Sentences

In any case he was certain a free press was safer for the republic than what would otherwise become government censorship and propaganda.

From The Wall Street Journal

Due process, the rule of law, free speech, a free press and honest elections have been among our most powerful advantages in the global economy.

From The Wall Street Journal

There were no elections, no free press, no freedom of speech or religion.

From Literature

“I know that’s not as interesting as muzzling a comedian, but it’s so important to have a free press, and it is nuts that we aren’t paying more attention to it.”

From Salon

The news media and free press are supposed to function as the Fourth Estate and the guardians of democracy.

From Salon