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Freedom of speech is protected in the First Amendment of the Bill of Rights and is guaranteed to all Americans. Since 1920, the ACLU has worked to preserve our freedom of speech. Learn more and take action to protect the right to free speech.


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Free Speech : Resources

A History of Fighting Censorship (09/26/2006)

The Ten Most Challenged Books of 2006 (09/26/2006)

Defending First Amendment Rights (09/26/2006)

Celebrating the Freedom to Read (09/26/2006)

Internet Freedom and Innovation at Risk: Why Congress Must Restore Strong Net Neutrality Protection (09/22/2006)

Net Neutrality: Reports, Resources, and Headlines (09/22/2006)

Restoring Long-Standing Net Neutrality Protections (09/22/2006)

What Is Censorship? (08/30/2006)
Censorship, the suppression of words, images, or ideas that are "offensive," happens whenever some people succeed in imposing their personal political or moral values on others. Censorship can be carried out by the government as well as private pressure groups. Censorship by the government is unconstitutional.

Fight for the Flag - Resources (06/26/2006)

Letters and Resources From Organizations Opposing the Flag Amendment (06/13/2006)

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