Not automatically, but many are issued with license (or understanding) that they may be used for certain purposes.
Normal copyright restrictions apply. You may add press releases to your website if you have permission from the copyright holder, if the material has been released into the public domain, or if it was not copyrightable (a government press release).
Generally no. By law government agencies are not allowed to hold copyrights. In fact all government publications that are totally funded by the US Treasury automatically fall into the public domain.
Press releases are formatted in MLA format
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The press influences what the public thinks about the government, by the stories or editorials that they publish, and the government influences what the press publishes, by giving out press releases. This is in a way a symbiotic relationship. They depend upon each other.
Catherine V. McIntyre has written: 'Writing effective news releases-' -- subject(s): Authorship, Business writing, Press releases, Public relations, Publicity
Hutchinson v. Proxmire
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Press advice refers to guidance given to individuals or organizations on how to deal with the media effectively. This may include tips on handling interviews, writing press releases, managing public relations, and cultivating relationships with journalists to promote a positive image.
Organizations have at their disposal a variety of tools, such as press releases, product publicity, official communications, lobbying, and counseling to develop image
Press releases
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