Articles related to "First Amendment"
Understanding the First Amendment
If the Bill of Rights is the cornerstone of the Constitution, the First Amendment is the keystone to the Bill of Rights.
first amendment • religious liberty • understanding the constitution • freedom of religion • freedom of speech
If the Bill of Rights is the cornerstone of the Constitution, the First Amendment is the keystone to the Bill of Rights.
first amendment • religious liberty • understanding the constitution • freedom of religion • freedom of speech
First Amendment Book Info
How the first amendment helps fight banned books and ensure our freedom to read freely.
first ammendment • free speech • free press • banned books • challenged books
How the first amendment helps fight banned books and ensure our freedom to read freely.
first ammendment • free speech • free press • banned books • challenged books
A Little Less Free
The US Supreme Court decision in <i> McConnell v. FEC </i> whittles away at the freedom of speech.
mcconnell v. fec • supreme court
The US Supreme Court decision in <i> McConnell v. FEC </i> whittles away at the freedom of speech.
mcconnell v. fec • supreme court
A Pledge To Allegiance
A look at the free speech clause of the First Amendment, and its impact
first amendment • flag • free speech
A look at the free speech clause of the First Amendment, and its impact
first amendment • flag • free speech
An Education In Religion
Ohio's taxpayers are funding private, parochial education for some of Cleveland's needy. Compassionate gesture, or unnecessary trespassing on the First Amendment? The Court will decide. Get a preview now.
united states supreme court • founding fathers • first amendment
Ohio's taxpayers are funding private, parochial education for some of Cleveland's needy. Compassionate gesture, or unnecessary trespassing on the First Amendment? The Court will decide. Get a preview now.
united states supreme court • founding fathers • first amendment
Assault on the First Amendment
Campaign finance reform as currently structured is an assault on the First Amendment.
shays • meehan • first • amendment • campaign finance reform
Campaign finance reform as currently structured is an assault on the First Amendment.
shays • meehan • first • amendment • campaign finance reform
Caving In To Censorship
Congress uses the farce of the "culture of violence" to control entertainment.
first amendment • violence • culture of violence • congress • entertainment
Congress uses the farce of the "culture of violence" to control entertainment.
first amendment • violence • culture of violence • congress • entertainment
Courting Commandments
Texas is once again in the Supreme spotlight.This time, the Lone Star is showing off a dime's worth of commandments. The Ten Commandments. It's a hot topic in the current clime, and the Noble Nine have jumped into the fray. Here's the scoop.
supreme court • first amendment • ten commandments
Texas is once again in the Supreme spotlight.This time, the Lone Star is showing off a dime's worth of commandments. The Ten Commandments. It's a hot topic in the current clime, and the Noble Nine have jumped into the fray. Here's the scoop.
supreme court • first amendment • ten commandments
Enlightening Words
A bared breast has galvanized a nation into puritanical bliss; one in which 'morals' and 'decency' reign. Understandable, in that we have no other problems to address in our world. Will the foundation of our freedoms survive this onslaught? Those who are charged with administering fairness left a pretty solid roadmap to lead us out of the darkness...
first amendment • supreme court • fairness doctrine
A bared breast has galvanized a nation into puritanical bliss; one in which 'morals' and 'decency' reign. Understandable, in that we have no other problems to address in our world. Will the foundation of our freedoms survive this onslaught? Those who are charged with administering fairness left a pretty solid roadmap to lead us out of the darkness...
first amendment • supreme court • fairness doctrine
First Amendment Rights and Art
Sports artist and University of Alabama alumni Daniel A. Moore was sued three years ago by U. of Alabama, which claims he has no right to paint the Crimson Tide.
daniel a. moore • university of alabama • crimson tide • first amendment rights of artists • copyright
Sports artist and University of Alabama alumni Daniel A. Moore was sued three years ago by U. of Alabama, which claims he has no right to paint the Crimson Tide.
daniel a. moore • university of alabama • crimson tide • first amendment rights of artists • copyright
Flag Burning and the Constitution
A look at the Senate's effort earlier this summer to pass on a bill banning flag burning and the legal arguments against the flag desecration amendment.
flag burning • flag desecration • house • senate • supreme court
A look at the Senate's effort earlier this summer to pass on a bill banning flag burning and the legal arguments against the flag desecration amendment.
flag burning • flag desecration • house • senate • supreme court
Muslim Inmates Can Attend Friday Prayers
A judge in California ruled that all Muslim inmates will have the freedom to attend Friday congregational prayers (Jumu'ah).
muslim inmates • prison • california • islam • first amendment
A judge in California ruled that all Muslim inmates will have the freedom to attend Friday congregational prayers (Jumu'ah).
muslim inmates • prison • california • islam • first amendment
Preserve, Protect, and Defend the Constitution
President George Bush neglects his duty to defend the Constitution by signing the campaign reform bill.
campaign finance reform • first amendment • george bush
President George Bush neglects his duty to defend the Constitution by signing the campaign reform bill.
campaign finance reform • first amendment • george bush
Speaking Judicially
Thoughts about a First Amendment case pending before the High Court, that addresses how far a candidate for judicial office can go (or will go) to win the seat. Necessary for voters to be in the know, or is speech taking a back seat to judical independence?...
supreme court • first amendment
Thoughts about a First Amendment case pending before the High Court, that addresses how far a candidate for judicial office can go (or will go) to win the seat. Necessary for voters to be in the know, or is speech taking a back seat to judical independence?...
supreme court • first amendment
The American
What has become of the First Amendment in a time of trouble and turmoil? Does it still exist? Has anyone really noticed? You decide.
first amendment • free speech • bill of rights
What has become of the First Amendment in a time of trouble and turmoil? Does it still exist? Has anyone really noticed? You decide.
first amendment • free speech • bill of rights
The Defiant One
The separation of church and state takes center stage - again - in Alabama. That state's Chief Justice has refused to move a monument he placed on the grounds of the judicial building. The showdown has reached the halls of the United States Supreme Court. Who will prevail?
first amendment • united states supreme court
The separation of church and state takes center stage - again - in Alabama. That state's Chief Justice has refused to move a monument he placed on the grounds of the judicial building. The showdown has reached the halls of the United States Supreme Court. Who will prevail?
first amendment • united states supreme court
To march or not to march?
The local news media continue to announce how much the whole parade business cost the city. I can't help but think of the MasterCard television commercial - Police protection: $100,000; Sheriff's deputies working overtime: 27; Barricades: $15,000. Protecting the 1st Amendment: <i>priceless</i>.
first amendment
The local news media continue to announce how much the whole parade business cost the city. I can't help but think of the MasterCard television commercial - Police protection: $100,000; Sheriff's deputies working overtime: 27; Barricades: $15,000. Protecting the 1st Amendment: <i>priceless</i>.
first amendment
Understanding Freedom of Assembly
The "freedom to peaceably assemble" makes possible the exchange of information and ideas that a democratic society needs to make sound decisions about its own governance.
freedom of assembly • first amendment • curfews • hate speech • loitering laws
The "freedom to peaceably assemble" makes possible the exchange of information and ideas that a democratic society needs to make sound decisions about its own governance.
freedom of assembly • first amendment • curfews • hate speech • loitering laws
Understanding the History of the First Amendment
James Madison was informed by the history and experience of his time when he wrote the Bill of Rights, but modern debate about religious liberty is little changed.
history of religious liberty • freedom of religion • constitutional rights • first amendment rights • james madison
James Madison was informed by the history and experience of his time when he wrote the Bill of Rights, but modern debate about religious liberty is little changed.
history of religious liberty • freedom of religion • constitutional rights • first amendment rights • james madison
US Government Explores Applying ADA to Private Web Sites
Explores myths about accessible web design raised during Subcommittee hearing on applying the ADA to private web sites.
ada • internet • constitution • accessible web design • blind
Explores myths about accessible web design raised during Subcommittee hearing on applying the ADA to private web sites.
ada • internet • constitution • accessible web design • blind
Public Television Represents Freedom, Fears Cuts
Although public broadcasting was given federal funding and the official green light for freedom of expression in 1967, today its programmers fear cuts and censorship.
first amendment • public broadcasting • public television • public radio • cable television
Although public broadcasting was given federal funding and the official green light for freedom of expression in 1967, today its programmers fear cuts and censorship.
first amendment • public broadcasting • public television • public radio • cable television
Understanding Religious Liberty
Despite repeated challenges, the religious clause in the First Amendment continues to stand the test of time.
scopes trial • creation science • teaching evolution • religious liberty • first amendment challenges
Despite repeated challenges, the religious clause in the First Amendment continues to stand the test of time.
scopes trial • creation science • teaching evolution • religious liberty • first amendment challenges
Vouchers and Anti-Catholic Bias
Vouchers for education are clearly Constitutional and the Supreme Court will likely decide so shortly. In the 19th century prohibition of funds to "sectarian" primary and secondary schools was the result of anti-Catholic bias.
Vouchers for education are clearly Constitutional and the Supreme Court will likely decide so shortly. In the 19th century prohibition of funds to "sectarian" primary and secondary schools was the result of anti-Catholic bias.
Pastors Challenge Church-State Separation Law
During a Presidential election year, political endorsements erupt from many community leaders, but when approbation comes from the pulpit, the IRS says it's illegal.
separation of church and state • tax law violation • political endorsement • religion • politics
During a Presidential election year, political endorsements erupt from many community leaders, but when approbation comes from the pulpit, the IRS says it's illegal.
separation of church and state • tax law violation • political endorsement • religion • politics
The Constitutionality of References to God
The Pledge of Allegiance may need to be changed to allow citizens to swear fidelity to America without sacrificing equal liberty guaranteed by the First Amendment.
pledge of allegiance • constitutionality of references to god • religious freedom in america • pledge of allegiance in schools • first amendment to the united states constitution
The Pledge of Allegiance may need to be changed to allow citizens to swear fidelity to America without sacrificing equal liberty guaranteed by the First Amendment.
pledge of allegiance • constitutionality of references to god • religious freedom in america • pledge of allegiance in schools • first amendment to the united states constitution
Social Networking and Your Professional Future
Your Facebook page can get you fired. Just because you think your social network homepage is set for privacy, that doesn't mean parents at your school can't access it..
teachers and social networking • teachers and myspace • teachers and facebook • privacy in social networks • what the first amendment covers
Your Facebook page can get you fired. Just because you think your social network homepage is set for privacy, that doesn't mean parents at your school can't access it..
teachers and social networking • teachers and myspace • teachers and facebook • privacy in social networks • what the first amendment covers
Attorney Advertising Rules
The U.S. Supreme Court okayed advertising by lawyers in the 1977 Bates-vs-The State Bar of Arizona case, but the Internet, blogs and abuses spawn more arguments.
attorney advertising rules • lawyer advertising • bates vs state bar arizona • attorney blogs • peer pressure not advertise
The U.S. Supreme Court okayed advertising by lawyers in the 1977 Bates-vs-The State Bar of Arizona case, but the Internet, blogs and abuses spawn more arguments.
attorney advertising rules • lawyer advertising • bates vs state bar arizona • attorney blogs • peer pressure not advertise
Banned Books
You may think that banning books was something that happened in Victorian times, but banning books still happens -- and mystery novels are not exempt.
banned books • forbidden books • banning harry potter books • first amendment rights • burning books
You may think that banning books was something that happened in Victorian times, but banning books still happens -- and mystery novels are not exempt.
banned books • forbidden books • banning harry potter books • first amendment rights • burning books
Disciminating Against Religioius Instruction
The case of Locke v. Davey will test whether the state is required to maintain neutrality with respect to religion.
blaine amendment • locke v. davey
The case of Locke v. Davey will test whether the state is required to maintain neutrality with respect to religion.
blaine amendment • locke v. davey
Madison's Memorial and Remonstrance
James Madison established his credentials as a champion of religious freedom with his Memorial and Remonstrance against Religious Assessments.
madison • memorial and remonstrance • religion • religious • religious freedom
James Madison established his credentials as a champion of religious freedom with his Memorial and Remonstrance against Religious Assessments.
madison • memorial and remonstrance • religion • religious • religious freedom
The Fairness Doctrine & the Obama Administration
In 1987 the Fairness Doctrine was repealed. Leading Democrats support reinstating the regulation. With one party control of Washington will the doctrine be revived?
fainress doctrine • obama administration • democrat control washington • equal time • presidential debates
In 1987 the Fairness Doctrine was repealed. Leading Democrats support reinstating the regulation. With one party control of Washington will the doctrine be revived?
fainress doctrine • obama administration • democrat control washington • equal time • presidential debates
Understanding Freedom of the Press
Our founders based their commitment to a free press on their knowledge and personal experience with a society that strictly prohibited it.
freedom of press • first amendment rights • free press • civic education • ben franklin
Our founders based their commitment to a free press on their knowledge and personal experience with a society that strictly prohibited it.
freedom of press • first amendment rights • free press • civic education • ben franklin
Whose Version Of Freedom Are You Referring To?
Too many groups become exclusionary when it comes to our rights. Freedom can never be secured by denying others.
freedom • first amendment • second amendment • fourth amendment • civil rights
Too many groups become exclusionary when it comes to our rights. Freedom can never be secured by denying others.
freedom • first amendment • second amendment • fourth amendment • civil rights
Banned Books Week 2008
Have you ever read any books in the Harry Potter or Gossip Girl series? If you have, then you have read one of the top banned or challenged books of the 21st century.
banned books week 2008 • censorship of books • banned books in the united states • challenged books in the united states • first amendment right to banned books
Have you ever read any books in the Harry Potter or Gossip Girl series? If you have, then you have read one of the top banned or challenged books of the 21st century.
banned books week 2008 • censorship of books • banned books in the united states • challenged books in the united states • first amendment right to banned books
The Bong Hits 4 Jesus Case
The Bong Hits for Jesus case results in further restrictions on free speech for students
bong hits for jesus • morse v. frederick • free speech • first amendment law • educational law
The Bong Hits for Jesus case results in further restrictions on free speech for students
bong hits for jesus • morse v. frederick • free speech • first amendment law • educational law
George Washington's Thanksgiving
There are several holidays on the American calendar bearing religious origins. Thanksgiving is the only one that specifically calls us to pray.
thanksgiving • washington • purpose • god • christian
There are several holidays on the American calendar bearing religious origins. Thanksgiving is the only one that specifically calls us to pray.
thanksgiving • washington • purpose • god • christian
Have You Driven Ford Mad Lately?
Ford sues to force a website to remove objectionable content.
ford • injunction • court • suit • lawsuit
Ford sues to force a website to remove objectionable content.
ford • injunction • court • suit • lawsuit
Measuring A Candidate's Patriotism
Who's more patriotic, 2008 presidential candidate John McCain or Barack Obama, America's new president-elect?
what is patriotism • presidential issues • sedition act • civil war history • journalism history
Who's more patriotic, 2008 presidential candidate John McCain or Barack Obama, America's new president-elect?
what is patriotism • presidential issues • sedition act • civil war history • journalism history
Obama's Impact on Broadcast News
TV reporters look beyond the political stories to the practical effects President Obama may have on the daily business of broadcast journalism.
obama • broadcast news • television journalists • tv news media • reporters
TV reporters look beyond the political stories to the practical effects President Obama may have on the daily business of broadcast journalism.
obama • broadcast news • television journalists • tv news media • reporters
Rocker: Not a Free Speech Issue
Atlanta Braves pitcher John Rocker is free to say whatever he wants. That's his right. It's also Major League Baseball's right to punish him for it, John McQuiston writes.
baseball • racism • constitution • sports • commentary
Atlanta Braves pitcher John Rocker is free to say whatever he wants. That's his right. It's also Major League Baseball's right to punish him for it, John McQuiston writes.
baseball • racism • constitution • sports • commentary
Saggy Pants Laws Are Unconstitutional
Laws banning saggy pants are unconstitutional because they inhibit freedom of expression. Not only that, but they give an excuse for the police to abuse their authority.
saggy pants laws • flint michigan saggy pants • saggy pants laws freedom expression • saggy pants laws abuse authority • lynwood illinois saggy pants
Laws banning saggy pants are unconstitutional because they inhibit freedom of expression. Not only that, but they give an excuse for the police to abuse their authority.
saggy pants laws • flint michigan saggy pants • saggy pants laws freedom expression • saggy pants laws abuse authority • lynwood illinois saggy pants
What is an Unauthorized Biography?
The obvious answer to the question "what is an unauthorized biography?" includes some gray areas, as well as some surprises regarding who's most protected.
unauthorized biographies • unauthorized biography • biographers • writer's rights • author's rights
The obvious answer to the question "what is an unauthorized biography?" includes some gray areas, as well as some surprises regarding who's most protected.
unauthorized biographies • unauthorized biography • biographers • writer's rights • author's rights
Amending the United States Constitution
Although the Constitution has been amended numerous times through a lengthy process, many proposed amendments never made it beyond the House of Representatives.
amending the constitution • how to amend the us constitution • constitutional changes through amendments • methods of amending the us constitution • process to amend the constitution
Although the Constitution has been amended numerous times through a lengthy process, many proposed amendments never made it beyond the House of Representatives.
amending the constitution • how to amend the us constitution • constitutional changes through amendments • methods of amending the us constitution • process to amend the constitution
Champion of Religious Freedom
One of the most important figures in the concept of the separation of church and state in American history was Virginian, James Madison.
james madison • memorial and remonstrance • detached memoranda • separation of church and state • religous freedom
One of the most important figures in the concept of the separation of church and state in American history was Virginian, James Madison.
james madison • memorial and remonstrance • detached memoranda • separation of church and state • religous freedom
Imperial Judiciary Decides on Religious Instruction
A judge decides on appropriate religious instruction for a child.
judge john w. coughlin • dr. cheryl clark • elsey mcleod • parental rights
A judge decides on appropriate religious instruction for a child.
judge john w. coughlin • dr. cheryl clark • elsey mcleod • parental rights
To Burn or Not to Burn!
Issues - Flag Burning
election issues • flag burning • political • politics • campaigns
Issues - Flag Burning
election issues • flag burning • political • politics • campaigns
Family Guy Sued Again
Music publisher Bourne Inc. sues Family Guy, claiming show rewrote the Disney ballad When You Wish Upon a Star with anti-Semitic lyrics.
family guy • lawsuit • twentieth century fox • the cartoon network • when you wish upon a star
Music publisher Bourne Inc. sues Family Guy, claiming show rewrote the Disney ballad When You Wish Upon a Star with anti-Semitic lyrics.
family guy • lawsuit • twentieth century fox • the cartoon network • when you wish upon a star
John Rocker - Politically incorrect relief pitcher
Editorial on the now infamous interview given by Atlanta Braves pitcher John Rocker to a Sports Illustrated reporter, and the resulting fallout. Endorsement deals are not likely coming any time soon for this angry anti-role model.
john rocker • editorial • baseball • sports • racism
Editorial on the now infamous interview given by Atlanta Braves pitcher John Rocker to a Sports Illustrated reporter, and the resulting fallout. Endorsement deals are not likely coming any time soon for this angry anti-role model.
john rocker • editorial • baseball • sports • racism
Religious Tolerance in America
The Prophet Mohammed cartoon row, the British teacher teddy-bear debacle, death threats to Salman Rushdie & incarcerated Bulgarian Nurses; may signal a change in America.
constitution of the united states • islam in the usa • polygamy laws and the american constitution • cartoon of the prophet mohammed in the usa • religious tolerance of american muslims
The Prophet Mohammed cartoon row, the British teacher teddy-bear debacle, death threats to Salman Rushdie & incarcerated Bulgarian Nurses; may signal a change in America.
constitution of the united states • islam in the usa • polygamy laws and the american constitution • cartoon of the prophet mohammed in the usa • religious tolerance of american muslims
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