False, harmful statements made either through written or spoken media, often referred to as _____, is not a constitutionally-protected form of speech.

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Defamation, which includes both libel (written statements) and slander (spoken statements), is not protected under the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution if it is false and causes harm to someone's reputation.

False, Harmful Statements Made Either Through Written or Spoken Media