Hustler had published a satire which included Jerry Falwell having sexual

relations with his own mother, and Mr. Falwell had sued. Some had expected the

Rehnquist Court to take the opportunity to modify the "New York Times rule" on libel

suits involving public figures, but instead of softening the rule it held that obvious satire

does not constitute "reckless disregard for the truth." This show offers a crackling debate

on the whole subject of civil liberties versus individuals' rights. JF: "Had the ad been of

Harriet and her mother or father, I rather think she might be sitting where I'm sitting

today rather than there defending the issue." WFB: "No, actually she wouldn't, because

Harriet is a very principled woman, and she would, I think incorrectly, feel that this was a

sacrifice necessary to sustain the vitality of the First Amendment."