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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Oct 9, 2013
Accountability vs. Privacy: The ACLU’s Recommendations on Police Body Cameras
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Oct 7, 2013
The Ministry of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Truth
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Sep 25, 2013
Banned Books Week: The Struggle Against Censorship Continues
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Sep 25, 2013
Naked Statue Reveals One Thing: Facebook Censorship Needs Better Appeals Process
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Sep 23, 2013
Banned Books Week 2013: Books about LGBT Families Remain Targets of Censorship