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The profiles, which have been collected at https://rebeccaspiess.com/humans-of-phoenix-pg/, were created from subjects I met at coffee shops, art galleries, on study abroad trips and through personal research. The only criteria for inclusion in the project was their connection to Phoenix. Additionally, because of the digital nature of the portraits, I have included timelapse videos showing the process of creating each image on my YouTube channel, called Rebecca Spiess.
I want the “Humans of Phoenix” project to be like speed-dating the city, getting to know the stories and the people you might pass on the street. People love to get a glimpse into the lives of others. I love the thrill of meeting new people with great stories, and I want the readers of this project to get that satisfaction as well. And hopefully, I want these narratives to engage readers in a way that elicits empathy, understanding and excitement.
This study aims to compare libel laws in the United States and the United Kingdom and discuss their modern implications and differences. Speech laws and protections are notably different in the U.S. and the UK, affecting how each country handles legal proceedings regarding libel and defamation suits. This report will explain these differences by looking at legal precedent and case examples in both countries. After comparing and contrasting legal doctrines in each country, I will analyze and apply the concepts to instances of political speech. Lastly, I will look at the intersection between libel laws and freedom of speech during elections and campaigns in both countries and review recent commentary regarding current libel laws in both countries.