The first amendment to the United States Constitution protects the right of free speech. This right is essential to a free society; it allows people to express themselves and share their ideas. The free exchange of ideas is necessary for democracy to function. The Supreme Court has ruled that the right of free speech includes … Read more
“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. ” (Bill of Rights) The First Amendment, along with the … Read more
The First Amendment is thought by many to be the most important of the Amendments. Under the First Amendment freedom various types of expression are protected. Just like a house of cards will topple if a card is removed, if one right of the amendment is removed, other rights will soon topple. For this reason … Read more