Asked by Dania Gallardo on Jun 13, 2024

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Colonial governors, more than colonial assemblies, curbed freedom of the press.

Colonial Governors

Officials appointed to govern a colony, representing the interests of the colonizing country.

Colonial Assemblies

Legislative bodies in the American colonies where elected representatives of the colonists gathered to make local laws, levy taxes, and ensure their interests were represented.

Freedom of the Press

The freedom to distribute and share thoughts, beliefs, and information without interference or suppression from the government.

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Esmer CercedaJun 15, 2024
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Explanation :
Colonial assemblies, rather than colonial governors, were more often responsible for curbing freedom of the press, as they passed laws and regulations limiting this freedom, reflecting the interests of the local elite and maintaining social order. Governors, representing the British Crown, sometimes clashed with assemblies on these issues, but the local legislative bodies were key players in regulating press freedom.