[font="Kalem Regular", Arial, Verdana, serif]With regard to political and civil freedoms, Georgia is 2. Citizens in Georgia experience partial freedom. While the majority of citizens are able to exercise their free will to a certain extent in Georgia, some political engagement may be limited and certain population groups may be excluded from certain freedoms or expressions. The businesses of Georgia are 2 in terms of economic liberty. Citizens in Georgia are considered mostly free with regards to their economic decisions. While the government exerts some control over commerce, citizens are still able to control their own finances and property. Corruption may be present but it does not hinder economic growth or freedom to any large extent. In terms of journalistic freedom, the media of Georgia is in a 3. In Georgia, journalists are generally allowed to express a variety of opinions and a number of news sources are in operation. However, the government may censure or express disapproval towards specific topics or publications. This is considered to be a satisfactory situation.[/font]
