But I know newspapers. They have the first amendment and they can tell any lie knowing it's a lie and they're protected if the person's famous or it's a company.

Summary

This quote suggests that newspapers have the ability to publish false information, even when aware of its falsehood, with legal protection if the subject in question is a well-known individual or a company. It implies that the freedom of the press, guaranteed by the first amendment, allows them to propagate misinformation without facing legal consequences. The statement seems to highlight the potential misuse of this constitutional right by newspapers for personal or corporate interests.

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