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At a Senate committee hearing this week, Deputy Attorney General Paul McNulty said a shield law that would allow reporters to protect confidential sources would encourage leaks of classified information and weaken national security. Supporters of the bill say it would promote and encourage investigative journalism. (AP)

Are you for or against the proposed Senate legislation that would allow reporters to protect confidential sources without fear of being jailed?

44%
For 44% => 2474 votes
47%
Against 47% => 2619 votes
7%
I'm not sure 7% => 415 votes
Current number of voters: 5508
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