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“I disagree with what you say but will defend to the death your right to say it.” ­­— Voltaire (1694-1778) When Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence, he included in it a ...
One local museum is giving people a unique way to learn about U.S. history and culture. The Guntersville Museum is showcasing ...
Many Americans worry freedom of speech is fading, while others feel empowered to say what they want. NPR's Morning Edition explores this dynamic in a new series, The State of the First Amendment.
Burt looks at how issues of distribution affect freedom of speech. In Freedom of Speech - Part 2, Burt takes a look at the history of our right to be heard. The right to Freedom of Speech is not ...
The courts shouldn’t allow Texas to restrict campus protests that it finds offensive or politically incorrect.
(The Center Square) – Freedom of speech is a critical issue for most Americans, over crime, immigration, and health care, a new poll says. Despite bipartisan agreement on its importance, there ...
Many Americans worry freedom of speech is fading, while others feel empowered to say what they want. NPR's Morning Edition, which airs on LAist 89.3 FM, explores this dynamic in a new series, The ...
(The Conversation) — The US has a long history of blasphemy laws, which reflect the complex fight for freedom of religion and speech.
We are at the cusp of dark days for free expression. The remedy is to exercise it — loudly, persistently and in the government’s face.
Burt looks at how Freedom of Speech became central to the US creed. 1 Freedom of Speech is central to Burt’s work, which is why he put together two programs dealing with the subject. In this ...