Livestreaming Police is a Critical First Amendment Right

It is critical that the courts maintain robust First Amendment protections for people to record, share, and stream police interactions. Our ability to speak about police abuses depends on it.

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School is For Learning – Including Learning About Race and Gender

A student and two teachers in Oklahoma share how a new censorship bill has curtailed important discussions about race and gender in the classroom.

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Conceal and Carry Restrictions Can Help Protect Freedom of Expression

The First Amendment implications of a Second Amendment case

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Banned Books Week and the Struggle Against Censorship 

We remain passionately committed to the First Amendment values that keep our society open. And we will continue to oppose censorship wherever it rears its ugly head.   

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Church or Jail? Federal Court Delivers Qualified Immunity Win For Religious Freedom

A Colorado man can sue the officer who revoked his parole for not attending worship services, a federal court ruled.

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The Problem With Censoring Political Speech Online – Including Trump’s

No one is required to publish politicians’ speech, but online platforms should be cautious when censoring them.

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How to be a year-round advocate  

Legislators may have gaveled out for the year, but that doesn’t mean they’re off the clock. Let’s talk about how you can lobby your lawmakers outside the halls of the capitol.  

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The Supreme Court Considers a Cheerleader’s Off Campus Free Speech Rights

The high court heard arguments this week in one of the most important student free speech cases to reach its bench.

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Protesters: Do you know your rights?

Your right to protest is protected by the First Amendment, yet law enforcement are allowed to place narrow restrictions when exercising your right to protest. Know what those are, how to protect yourself, and more on this page.

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