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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Nov 3, 2022
Pop Quiz: How Much Do You Know About The Midterm Elections?
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Oct 20, 2022
It’s Time to Reaffirm Our First Amendment Right to Boycott
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Sep 15, 2022
How to Fight Your School's Sexist Dress Code
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Aug 23, 2022
Arizona's New Law Banning People from Recording Police Violates our First Amendment Rights
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Jun 29, 2022
It’s 2022 and Two Books Are on Trial for ‘Obscenity’
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Jun 27, 2022
How Online Censorship Harms Sex Workers and LGBTQ Communities
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Jun 27, 2022
How LGBTQ Voices are Being Erased in Classrooms
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May 18, 2022
What You Need to Know About ACLU Artist Ambassadors, Including Amber Heard