First Amendment
Prince Harry Calls First Amendment 'Bonkers,' Sparks Conservative Backlash
Prince Harry said the First Amendment was 'bonkers' and hinted he had a lot more he would like to add—leading Conservative commentators in the U.S. to reference Independence Day.
Could Religious Liberty Help End the Culture War?
Perhaps our political culture would be healthier if questions of ultimate meaning were not on the ballot every four years or divined by Supreme Court justices, and instead, were worked out in communities and consciences.
GOP Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Sued for Blocking People on Twitter
"People shouldn't be excluded from these important democratic forums simply because an official doesn't like what they have to say," said Katie Fallow from the Knight First Amendment Institute.
Lara Trump Says Bernie Sanders 'Exactly Right' on 'Scary' Twitter Ban
The former president's daughter-in-law said that it was a rare occasion that she agreed with the Vermont independent senator.
'Anti-Riot' Measures Open a Wide Door to Censorship
Under the guise of "anti-riot" legislation, several states are considering measures ostensibly aimed at protecting public safety.
The End of the Trump Era—At Least for Now
The time has come not only to reunite Americans, but to rebuild shattered friendships and to move forward with malice toward none and charity for all.
How the First Amendment Saved Jamie Raskin's Father
President Trump on January 6 was protesting the actions of other branches of government — wrongly, but constitutionally nonetheless.
Will Free Speech Be the First Casualty of Biden's War on Domestic Terror?
The Biden administration seeks to tear the nation apart, not unify it.
Defending Trump, Ted Cruz Says 'Idiot' Lawmakers Allowed by Constitution
"People are entitled to be idiots," Texas Senator Ted Cruz said Tuesday, "and you know what, in the United States Congress we get a lot of people doing that."
The Limits of 'Free Speech'
Conservatives would be wrong to lionize Greene and like-minded fringe figures as valiant martyrs for "free speech" ideals.
President Biden, do our Best Days Really Lie Ahead?
Biden's policies promise violence against our most vulnerable citizens and a government that increasingly requires uniformity of thought, using censorship and coercion to achieve those goals.
Lauren Boebert Sued in Federal Court for Blocking Constituents on Twitter
A former Colorado state lawmaker filed a lawsuit against Boebert alleging that she violated the First Amendment by blocking constituents on social media.
AOC, Omar and Twitter Sued for $88 Million for 'Suffering' Due to Trump Ban
The lawsuit is seeking the reinstatement of the president's Twitter account and a ban on AOC's and Omar's.
Former ACLU Lawyer Says 'Of Course' Twitter's Ban on Trump Is Censorship
David Goldbergerer told Newsweek that a permanent social media ban on Trump would be "ridiculous," but the platforms' decisions to do so does not violate the Constitution.
Impeachment Over Protected Speech Would Harm the Constitution
Whatever one may think of President Trump's speech last Wednesday—I personally found it deeply upsetting—one thing is clear: It was fully protected by the First Amendment.
Fact Check: Did Twitter Violate President Trump's First Amendment Rights?
After his personal account was permanently banned on Twitter, President Trump and his supporters criticized the social media company, alleging censorship.
Sarah Sanders' Old Teacher Lectures Her About First Amendment
The teacher told Sanders that if she had taken his AP Government class, she would better understand the First Amendment.
The Cancellation of Josh Hawley's Book Deal Isn't a First Amendment Issue
Cancel culture and the First Amendment are distinct concepts.
Don't Miss the Importance of Legislative Prayer in the 'Mowomenment'
Despite challenges, courts have routinely noted the Constitution's approval of legislative prayers—by chaplains, volunteers and even elected officials.
Correcting Scalia's Biggest Mistake
Sometimes the greatest compliment a devotee can pay a maestro is applying that maestro's teachings to correct his biggest mistake.
Are Bill De Blasio and Andrew Cuomo Targeting New York City's Jews?
It's time for a U.S. Department of Justice investigation.
Why Is 'Dark Money' Any Worse Than 'Dark Journalism?'
Did The Atlantic inadvertently make the case to regulate "dark journalism" like "dark money?"
I'm the Colorado Cake Artist, and I Believe in Artistic Freedom for All
Tolerance is a two-way street.
Resist the Siren Song of Big Tech 'National Champions'
We need to be very careful and strategic in how we confront communist China.
Iowa State Forces Professor to Lift Ban on Criticism of Black Lives Matter
Iowa State University officials said Monday that the warning published in the class syllabus was "inconsistent with the university's standards."
Religious Liberty Will Prevail Over the Pandemic
The First Amendment does not disappear during a pandemic.
Debate: Is Religious Liberty Under Siege in America?
First Liberty Institute President, CEO and Chief Counsel Kelly Shackelford debates former White House Office of Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships Director Melissa Rogers.
Religious Freedom Is Under Attack Like Never Before
The duty to protect religious liberty falls to like-minded citizens all across the country.
A New York Court Rules in Favor of Protesters
On Tuesday, a district judge ruled in favor of a protester who was arrested for demonstrating in front of a courthouse, stating that the law violated First Amendment rights.
Ted Cruz, Conservatives Blast Chief Justice For Nevada Church Decision
"John Roberts has abandoned his oath," Cruz tweeted Saturday, along with retweeting a photo of Justice Neil Gorsuch's dissenting opinion.