Fair Housing
A Florida newspaper refuses to publish a real estate ad because it contains language indicating a preference for buyers of a specific religion. The newspaper is:
ARequired to publish all ads
BActing appropriately — newspapers and media can refuse ads that violate the Fair Housing Act✓ Correct
CViolating freedom of the press
DIn violation of the First Amendment
Explanation
While newspapers have some First Amendment protections, the Fair Housing Act prohibits discriminatory advertising. Courts have held that newspapers can be liable for publishing Fair Housing violations.
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