freedom of speech
Trump-appointed judge strikes down GOP's "unconstitutional" drag show ban
Federal Judge Thomas Parker described the Tennessee law as a "restriction on the freedom of speech."
Fox News, Dominion case hinges on two words
With the jury officially selected, the billion-dollar trial will begin this week.
This Is How to Keep Academic Freedom Alive in America
We associate the idea of government censorship with authoritarian regimes such as those in Russia and China. It has no place in the United States, a nation founded on the free exchange of ideas.
Georgia lawmakers throw punches over Russian-inspired "foreign agent" law
Proposed legislation against independent media "would demonstrate the present government's increasing embrace of Russia," U.S. lawmakers argue.
Kanye will "learn what it's like to be" Alex Jones amid George Floyd suit
"The First Amendment only protects speech from governmental restrictions," attorney Andrew Lieb told Newsweek of lawsuits against West and Jones.
Russia Blocks Human Rights Group Online for 'Unreliable' Ukraine Reporting
The human rights watchdog specializes in monitoring and reporting on political persecution in Russia.
Serbia's 'Trump' Is Building an Authoritarian State
Activist groups, like the one I work for called Kreni-Promeni, are seeking to expose Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić.
Ron DeSantis Sued by Heckling Activist Over Press Conference Ban
Thomas Kennedy says he is being prevented from attending public pressers after being listed as a "known agitator" in Florida.
Arrests Made in 'Dead' Hong Kong as Tiananmen Anniversary Gatherings Banned
Victoria Park saw heavy police presence on Saturday as concerns arose that it might be used for "illegal activities."
Man Wearing Blue, Yellow Shoes Seen as Supporting Ukraine Fined in Moscow
According to the man's lawyer, his client wasn't protesting the war, but was in the area to buy gifts for his family instead.
The Nature of Dictators in Bahrain
Democracy and human rights are poison to a dictator's power.
How Meghan Markle's Privacy Lawsuit Legacy Could Go up in Smoke
Meghan Markle previously declared her copyright victory over a British tabloid "precedent setting" but now the U.K. Government is proposing a change in the law.
Proud Boys Member Explains Freedom of Speech 'In Most Ironic Way Possible'
One person commenting on the exchange of opinions said simply it "sums up America at the moment."
Web Designer Against Gay Marriage Takes Free Speech Fight to Supreme Court
A Colorado woman says a state anti-discrimination law violates her free speech and religious rights to refuse her website design services to same-sex couples.
Joe Rogan Says Spotify Has 'Inexplicably' Stood By Him Amid Controversies
Video hosting platform Rumble offered to match the $100 million deal the podcaster reportedly signed to host his show exclusively on Spotify.
Who Will Protect the Faithful When Demonization Leads to Terror?
This Jan. 27, many people around the U.S. and overseas will join the U.N. in commemorating International Holocaust Memorial Day. In their moments of silence to honor 6 million dead Jews, we need them to ponder how to help live Jews.
'Don't Say Gay' Bill Aimed At Teachers May Violate Students' Speech Rights
Students could sue school districts for shutting down discussions of their sexual identity, even if the new bill prohibits teachers from talking about it.
Judge Refuses to Dismiss Jan. 6 Related Indictment Against Four Proud Boys
Judge Timothy Kelly said the four men charged in relation to January 6 had many nonviolent options to protest that are protected by the First Amendment.
China to Give U.S. Journalists 1-Year Work Visas After New Agreement
The agreement comes after both nations drastically reduced press freedoms from each other.
Cambodian Teen Jailed for Comments Against Father's Political Opponent Free
"I won't stop," 16-year-old Kak Sovannchhay told reporters. "I will continue my course."
Myanmar Records Didn't Accurately Show Where Jailed U.S. Journalist Worked
Danny Fenster is charged with spreading false or inflammatory information, contacting illegal opposition groups, and violating visa conditions.
China Criticizes Press Survey Saying Journalists Want to Leave Hong Kong
Eighty-three of 99 participants said the journalism environment has "changed for the worse" after a law was adopted in response to pro-democracy protests.
Donald Trump Jr Says Truth Social Will 'Cancel Cancel Culture'
The son of ex-president Donald Trump told Fox News the new social media app will launch in the first quarter of 2022.
Baltimore Denied Block of Prayer Rally It Says Poses Public Safety Threat
"We are disappointed by the Court's decision and potential threat to public safety if this event ensues," Mayor Brandon Scott spokesperson Cal Harris wrote.
Hear Moment Maria Ressa Found Out She Won the Nobel Peace Prize
The 58-year-old journalist and co-founder of Rappler is the 18th woman in history to win the Peace Prize.
45 Percent of Americans Say Government is Good at Defending Speech Freedom
The 45 percent who approve continues a fall from 59 percent in 2015 and 71 percent in 2011; 32 percent of Americans believe the government is doing a poor job.
Supreme Court Leaves Americans Guessing About the Meaning of Tolerance
The U.S. Supreme Court's decision Friday not to hear floral artist Barronelle Stutzman's case leaves freedom of religion and expression in an uncertain state.
Amazon Criticized for Anti-Gun Control Products: 'F*** Joe and the Hoe'
High-profile military veteran and anti-Trump critic Travis Akers tweeted Sunday, "this is not ok @Amazon."
Neo-Nazi Music Service Continues To Raise Money via Card Companies
The music streaming service hosts bands with white supremacist and neo-Nazi names and actively promotes them on social media.