Functionalists,or instrumentalists,believe that the First Amendment protects the freedom of speech and of the press only because these freedoms advance important societal goals,such as democracy.

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Functionalists, also known as instrumentalists, believe that the First Amendment protects the freedom of speech and of the press because these freedoms help to achieve important societal objectives, such as promoting democracy and informed decision-making. Therefore, the answer is true.

Functionalists,or Instrumentalists,believe That the First Amendment Protects the Freedom of Speech