Section 12.

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That the freedom of the press is one of the great bulwarks of liberty, and can never be restrained but by despotic governments, and any citizen may speak, write and publish his sentiments on all subjects, being responsible for the abuse of that liberty.

Summary: Added "and any citizen may speak, write, and publish his sentiments on all subjects, being responsible for the abuse of that liberty."

Election Date: July 6, 1869

Votes For Ratification: 210585

Votes Against Ratification: 9136

Percent for Ratification: 96%

Percent Against Ratification: 4%

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Amendment Source: 1870 Virginia Constitution

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That the freedom of the press is one of the great bulwarks of liberty, and can never be restrained but by despotic governments.

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That the freedom of the press is one of the great bulwarks of liberty, and can never be restrained but by despotic governments.

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Election Date: October 25, 1851

Votes For Ratification: 67562

Votes Against Ratification: 9933

Percent for Ratification: 87%

Percent Against Ratification: 13%

Notes: Election was held 10/23/1851-10/25/1851.

Amendment Source: 1851 Virginia Constitution

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That the freedom of the press is one of the great bulwarks of liberty, and can never be restrained but by despotic governments.

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