First Amendment

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• Society: Issues: Human Rights and Liberties: Free Speech  (91)

The Center for Democracy and Technology - - Works to promote constitutional liberties by seeking to enhance free expression and privacy on the internet. Included are policy briefs, legislative and judicial events and articles.

First Amendment to the United States Constitution - Wikipedia - - Protects religious freedom, guarantees free speech, freedom of the press and assembly and the right to petition the government. Shown is text, ratification dates and states and its application today.

The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press - - Provides free information and a hotline for journalists and media lawyers. Also delivers up-to-date information on legal cases centering on First Amendment issues.

Would the Real First Amendment Please Stand Up? - - Provides an opinion that the general public beliefs are a misinterpretation of the first amendment. Includes an online book discussing interpetations and details.