News & Commentary about Free Speech
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Protecting free speech means protecting a free press, the democratic process, diversity of thought, and so much more. The ACLU has worked since 1920 to ensure that freedom of speech is protected for everyone.
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Feb 24, 2009
What a Black Armband Means, Forty Years Later
Feb 12, 2009
Despite Recent Progress, Anti-Gay Discrimination Rages on in Florida Public Schools
Feb 9, 2009
Prohibición de Libros es Inconstitucional
Feb 7, 2009
Book Banning is Un-American
Jan 26, 2009
Internet Filters: Voluntary OK, Not Government Mandate
Jan 23, 2009
Nashville Still Friendliest City in the World "English First" Law Fails
Jan 21, 2009
Free Speech Prevails in 10-Year Censorship Battle
Jan 21, 2009
Protecting Children and Free Speech Online
Jan 21, 2009
Supreme Court Declines Online Free Speech Case
Jan 15, 2009
How Can You Blow a Whistle — But Not Make Any Sound?