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 19, 2011
Free Speech at the Airport: The Government Can't Selectively Silence Viewpoints
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Oct 7, 2011
Civil Liberties in the Digital Age: Weekly Highlights (10/7/2011)
Oct 7, 2011
Talking about Jimi Hendrix, the Star-Spangled Banner, and Free Speech at the Supreme Court
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Sep 30, 2011
That Dangerous Dictionary…and Other Books Too Risqué for Texas Students
Sep 27, 2011
ACLU Lens: Wall Street Protest Enters Second Week