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"The right of expression may not be restricted by indirect method or means, such as the abuse of government or private controls over newsprint, radio broadcasting frequencies, or equipment used in the dissemination of information, or by any other means tending to impede the communication and circulation of ideas and opinions."

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OAS: American Convention on Human Rights, art. 13.3

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American Convention on Human Rights

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The communication and circulation of ideas may not be restricted by any indirect means, such as abuse of government or private control over the media.