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It's no surprise that countries like Norway or Switzerland rank high when it comes to freedom of the press. We frequently discuss these countries as being great places for personal and data privacy. Many European countries, despite their economic issues, have greater freedom of speech than the United States.

Each year, Reporters Without Borders ranks each country based on their level of press freedom. In 2013, Finland retained its top ranking as the country with the highest level of press freedom. The United States ranked 32nd and has dropped each year lately. Another survey listed it at a shocking 49th place.

Turkmenistan, North Korea and Eritrea tied for last, thanks to reporter prison populations (Eritrea is also a tax disaster).

However, there are several surprisingly high-ranking countries on the list of places with freedom of the press. You might not expect these countries to score highly on such an index at all, let alone more highly than the United States.

So in case you still think "they hate us because of our freedom", enjoy a list of five countries with greater freedom of the press than the United States.

Top 5 Countries with more freedom of the press than the US

5. Suriname
Suriname is the smallest sovereign state in South America and part of the continent's less prosperous northeastern coast. In 2010, former dictator Dési Bouterse was elected as President of the country. While Suriname enjoys greater freedom of the press than the United States, it does not enjoy open markets. Tariffs are high, foreign investment rules are insane, corruption is high, and it takes almost two years to start a business. Government jobs are about the only ones easy to come by, and private property is poorly protected. Suriname ranked 31st in freedom of the press in 2013.

4. Ghana
If you want to be a frontier market entrepreneur in Africa, Ghana isn't your worst option. However, while Ghana has undergone decent economic reforms, it still suffers from corruption and starting a business costs four times the average annual salary. These issues still make Ghana the seventh freest economy in Africa, however the country is still very much a frontier economy. Only thirteen percent of roads were paved as of a few years ago, but Ghana still managed to place thirtieth on the Freedom of the Press Index, two places higher above the USA.

3. Slovakia
Slovakia ranked two places higher in 2013 than it did the year before, good enough for 23rd place overall. The eastern European country has been increasing its freedoms overall, but corruption and systemic issues in the economy have held it back from faster improvements. Despite being one of the top economies in the region throughout the 1990s, economic growth in Slovakia has slowed. Taxes went up significantly in 2013, despite several European countries lowering taxes. That said, freedom of the press has been improving.

2. Namibia
Namibia rose one position to climb the ladder of the Top 20 on the Freedom of the Press Index. Originally tracing its roots to Bushmen in the fourteenth century, Namibia became a protectorate of Germany in the late 1800s before it was turned over to South Africa and, eventually, its apartheid policies. Namibia has become a popular destination for safaris as places like Kenya have been overrun by tourists, but their economic condition is more fragile. Namibia gets weak ratings in terms of economic resilience, efficiency, and corruption. The country is run largely by tribal and political influence, yet it managed to outperform the United States in journalist freedom.

1. Jamaica
Ranking thirteenth overall on Reporters Without Borders' Freedom of the Press Index, Jamaica is actually the highest ranking country for journalists in the Americas; all twelve countries above it are in Europe. Jamaica shares a Top 20 ranking with only two other countries in the Americas: Costa Rica at 18th, and Canada at 20th. Jamaica has been praised for lacking the political tension and judicial harassment that some other countries in the region suffer from. While such warnings are almost always exaggerated, governments and interest groups have urged caution to tourists visiting Jamaica, as riots have been known to arupt with little notice. However, reporters in the country are more free to produce their own stories free from retribution; at least more so than any other country outside of Europe.

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Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting the free exercisethereof, or abridging the freedom of speech or of the press, or the right of the people peaceably to assemble and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.

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The ability to act, talk, and think what we choose. 5 freedoms (petition, assembly, press, religion,speech)

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The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects against unreasonablesearches and seizures shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched and the persons or things to be seized.

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Government can't have search and seizures without a warrant.

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No person shall be held to answer for a capital or otherwise infamous crime unless on a presentment or indictment of a grand jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the militia, when in actual service in time of war or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use without just compensation.

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Government cannot take away our life, liberty, or pursuit of (: without going through the process of law.

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1. used to mean only books, newspapers, and pamphlets but now includes broadcasted media such as radio and television along with computer -based publications
2. amendment was put into place because of not having freedom of press in the past from Queen Elizabeth and Great Britain (parliament) controlling press.
3. protects the right to publish information and express ideas in various ways
4. important part of society informs people of events that are taking place around the world
5. informs people on the government's actions while also informing the government on the people's actions and needs.

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Short essay on the Freedom of Press (free to read). Press is called the Fourth Estate of any democratic country meaning it is the fourth power of a country.

Even a dictator cannot neglect the power press has, since every political ideology demands propaganda and publicity which only press can provide.

Democracy demands much more than mere propaganda from press. In a democracy, press not only disseminates news and information but also analyses them critically, hence giving a whole panorama of any problem and its possible solutions. It does not remain a mouthpiece of the prevailing government but a staunch supporter of people’s cause.

As the newspapers keep people informed about the government policies and incidents taking place all over the world, so does it inform the government of people’s problems, desires and grievance? Thus, press plays a dual role in the society.

Having such a great responsibility to fulfill, the press should have strong ideology. It must aim at truth and nothing else. False and superficial journalism only tarnishes the image of press. Rumours should always be avoided. But unfortunately, some newspapers take to yellow journalism for petty benefits. They publish “Tumours, vulgar and cooked-up reports just to enhance their sale. Some indulge in spreading sectarian and communal feelings. The press should always keep in mind its capability to fight against any social evil-otherwise press will become just another vulgar medium to be exploited by the political authorities.

The freedom of press is most important, if it has to take active part in struggle against the evils. If press becomes just a tool in the hands of the government then what else can it do except propagate and harp on the government’s policies. Unless the press itself enjoys freedom, how can it become the defender and supporter of the rights and liberties of the citizens?

But freedom of Press can be useful only when press is fully aware of its responsibilities and duties. Every freedom has its discipline and without this discipline which may be called ideology, no freedom can survive for long. Therefore, Press should always use its freedom for the interest of people and not just for monetary benefits.

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The article provides many examples of how the freedom of press is a beneficial and needed thing in our society today. It makes it possible for everyone to hear about news from around the world and hear about people's actions and gives them the opportunity to from their own opinions on different topics. But like any freedom this one can be misused if the information put is not truthful and accurate or negative and not correct. So it's our responsibility to use this freedom to the fullest responsibly and wisely.

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bibliography:Luzac, Elie. "An Essay on Freedom of Expression." Early French and German Defenses of Freedom of the Press (n.d.): 35-87. Web.