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First Amendment Term of the Week

Discover definitions for the many terms you’ll find in discussions of the First Amendment.

When Speech Goes Too Far: Incitement to Imminent Lawless Action Explained

When does speech meet this threshold and lose First Amendment protection?

15 Freedom of the Press Quotes You Should Know

Discover these 15 quotes on press freedom.

8 Famous Defamation Cases You Should Know

Highlighting some of the most famous defamation cases in history.
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11 of the Most Famous Boycotts in US History

Boycotts, like other forms of protests, are protected under the First Amendment.
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SCOTUS Upholds Age Verification Law: First Amendment Analysis

More states, or even the federal government, may follow.
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What Is Slander?

The First Amendment protects free speech — but what about slander?
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Where America Stands

49% say college campuses should crack down on disruptive protests.

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