The First Amendment doesn’t specify whom it protects. So that means anyone of any background, so long as their feet are on United States soil, is covered. That includes our […]
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Freedom Forum to host First Amendment Festival Featuring Special Guests Bret Baier and The Gatlin Brothers on Sept. 24 at Discovery Park of America
Fox News anchor Bret Baier will speak about his career and the First Amendment, and country music legends The Gatlin Brothers will perform.
Perspectives: Court OKs coach’s on-field prayer, shifting balance for religious expression
In its decision in Kennedy v. Bremerton, the Supreme Court strengthened First Amendment protection for religious speech by government officials.
Perspectives: Court sets new rules for funding religious schools
The Supreme Court, in striking down a unique tuition assistance program in Maine, could foreshadow the future of religious freedom under the First Amendment.
Five historic dissenting opinions that shaped our First Amendment rights
Former U.S. Supreme Court Justice Benjamin Cardozo once said, “The meaning of today is not the meaning of tomorrow.” Dissenting opinions play a vital role in our constitutional democracy, offering […]
The First Amendment future of debate over Roe v. Wade
The First Amendment was not the focus for the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Survey says we’re divided about our rights — and First Amendment could bridge divisions
A new survey shows we like using our First Amendment freedoms – but also raises questions about whether we understand or accept how they work.
High School Students Across the Nation will Participate in 2022 Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference June 20-23
From June 20-23, 2022, the Freedom Forum will host some of the nation’s leading high school student journalists at the 2022 Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference. As a […]
5 anniversaries this June that defined our First Amendment rights
June, when the Supreme Court wraps up its term each year, is often a big month for rulings with significant impact. Here are five times the court’s June rulings defined […]
How the First Amendment Protects Anonymous Speech Online
One of the first things we do when we sign up for a new website or platform online is to pick a name – a username, screen name or handle […]
