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Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

What do Americans think about their freedom of petition?

Events

  • Free

    1A House at SXSW

    1A House at Café Blue 340 E. 2nd St., Austin, TX, United States

    Discover the freedoms Americans enjoy, thanks to the First Amendment. Be the first to experience the world premiere of Yours to Lose, an immersive theatrical performance where you’ll confront what happens when the freedoms of religion, speech, the press, assembly and petition are lost.

    Free

    World Premiere of Yours to Lose

    1A House at Café Blue 340 E. 2nd St., Austin, TX, United States

    Discover the freedoms Americans enjoy, thanks to the First Amendment. Premiering exclusively at SXSW 2024, Yours to Lose is an immersive theatrical performance where you'll confront what happens when the…

  • $250 – $700

    2024 Free Expression Awards

    The Anthem 901 Wharf Street SW, Washington, DC

    The Freedom Forum invites you to celebrate outstanding champions of free and fearless expression. 

  • Free

    1A Fest 2024: A Celebration of Free Expression

    The Wharf 760 Maine Ave. SW, Washington, United States

    Join Freedom Forum for a free festival that celebrates the everyday freedoms that are brought to you by the First Amendment.

  • $250 – $700

    2025 Free Expression Awards

    The Anthem 901 Wharf Street SW, Washington, DC

    The Free Expression Awards is an annual event that honors the achievements of First Amendment heroes for their courageous acts of free expression.

  • Free

    1A Fest 2025: A Celebration of Free Expression

    The Wharf - District Pier 101 District Square SW, Washington, DC, United States

    Join Freedom Forum for a free, family-friendly festival to celebrate the everyday freedoms all of us enjoy and the vital role they play in American life — all brought to you by the First Amendment.

  • “Your Rights, Your Stories, Your Chance to Learn More From the Pros”

    Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center 2800 Opryland Dr., Nashville, TN, United States

    Freedom Forum is thrilled to be hosting a featured speaker session at this year's JEA/NSPA National High School Journalism Convention. Angele Latham, First Amendment reporter at The Tennessean, and Kevin…

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