Free Speech

Brazzil Magazine: Marijuana Marchers Stopped and Arrested in Brazil 2008-05-16

... promote the right to freedom of expression. It takes its name from Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which guarantees free speech .

Pioneer Press: Judge's ruling brings down curtain on bar's smoking 'performances' 2008-05-16

But Abrams didn't buy arguments made in court last week that the performances are a form of protected free speech that fit within the law's exception.

Concord Monitor: Warner settles with dump manager 2008-05-16

... transfer station manager Paul Fouliard, who accused town officials of discrimination and violating his free speech rights in a lawsuit filed in October.

Oil City Derrick: ACLU gets involved in OCHS free speech issue 2008-05-16

This action, according to the letter, violates the students' right to free speech . The ACLU also said in the letter there is no evidence in this case th ...

GulfNews: Nuclear arms for Iran 'a betrayal' 2008-05-16

The YouGov poll, which was commissioned by the Doha Debates - a forum described as designed for free speech in Qatar - also concluded that Arabs rem ...

GameSHOUT: Thailand Lifts Ban on YouTube 2008-05-16

... after news spread around the world that Thailand had banned the popular site, sparking an international debate over free speech on the Internet.

AHRC News Services: AHRC.COM Under Siege 2008-05-16

That the world will change if there is ever truly free speech is not something to be afraid of, rather it is a cause for celebration.

Minonline: From the Min Editors: Top 5 Publishing Movies 2008-05-16

Take him or leave him, but the abominable Larry Flynt was a true champion of free speech . He was a strip club owner with a dream of publishing girlie mag ...

Slashdot: New President for OLPC Organization 2008-05-16

Can you imagine the potential in terms of free speech , and free-market growth this alone could have had? (Free-market, in the sense that for example ...

AlterNet: Arianna Huffington Storms NYC With New Book, Skewering McCain as ... 2008-05-15

... a persistently under-utilized media talent, is trying something altogether different with a national TV magazine show on Free Speech TV.

AllAfrica.com: Nigeria: 'N/A 'll Ensure Creation of More States' 2008-05-15

But no matter the level of arguments, politicians market diplomacy, agitation and free speech . By the time we are approaching the goal post we will come ...

Center for Research on Globalization: Senate Moves Forward on Orwellian "Violent Radicalization ... 2008-05-15

... Prevention Act of 2007" (HR 1955), the Democrat-controlled Congress seems ready to jettison Constitutional guarantees of free speech and assembly.

BlueOregon: I'm (Still) For Obama and Merkley Jeff Alworth 2008-05-15

While we're strong believers in free speech , we reserve the right to delete comment spam or other offensive material. Our contributors, however, reserve ...

PR-Inside.com News: Australia urges Fiji to improve security after ambassador receive ... 2008-05-15

Australia argues that such a crackdown on free speech contradicts Bainimarama's stated commitment to holding free and fair elections next year.

PR-Inside.com News: Portland: High weirdness in Nirvana 2008-05-15

Public nudity is illegal in Portland, but in a state where live sex acts are protected as free speech , police involvement generally is limited to keeping ...

Capitol Weekly: Would porn production run away? 2008-05-15

Jeffrey Douglas, board chair with the industry-affiliated Free Speech Coalition, said that Hollywood film studios have already shown how easy it is to leave ...

Blogger News Network: Shock Jock Stern Shocks Dolly Parton, Will She Shock Back? 2008-05-15

Yes, we are all aware of the " Free Speech " aspect, but idiots like Stern, pill popping ignoramus Rush Limbaugh, and racist Don Imus have no place in radio.

Los Angeles Times: Solicitor general to step down 2008-05-15

... finance law known as the McCain-Feingold Act that many conservatives, including President Bush, saw as an unconstitutional limit on free speech .

Wired News: US 'Sonic Blasters' Sold To China 2008-05-15

But it would be ironic to say the least if free speech protesters at this year's Beijing Olympics were drowned out or driven off by police wielding Americ ...

The Australian: Publish test results 2008-05-15

But in a nation that respects free speech , if someone recollated the data to rank schools, it would be their prerogative. One of the best cases in favour ...

The Point: Everyone"s A Winner! 2008-05-15

... to the motivation behind the momentous decision, as is their right in a democracy where free speech and freedom of expression are the order of the day.

WTOL: Former UT administrator vows to fight for her job 2008-05-15

Dixon said she will file a lawsuit based on a violation of her First Amendment rights to free speech and racial and religious discrimination.

Idaho Press-Tribune: 'Shake the Nation' shakes up local leaders 2008-05-15

íChristians are being targeted against their free speech , and we won"t stand down,ì Munds said. He also called the letter by the Interfaith Alliance ...

WLOS: North Carolina man's cursing charge dismissed 2008-05-15

Laskody spent a night in jail and a had lawyer to argue that his free speech rights had been violated. The city law adopted in 1964 makes it a misdeme ...

Examiner.com: The Democracy Game 2008-05-15

"I am writing to make you aware of an issue that is quite important to me and millions of Americans - the right to free speech .

The Hook: Mark-ed enthusiasm: Warner kickoff tour hits downtown 2008-05-15

A Warner staffer makes sure the Free Speech Monument is squeaky clean of offensive language before his candidate's arrival. It seems, however, that ...

Central Maine Morning Sentinel: Much of Hollywood reviled Heston because of politics 2008-05-15

They call that free speech . Devine is pretty much the same. They however have come to be seen for what they are, and have little if any credibility.report ...

San Diego Union Tribune: 'Elated' nonlawyer triumphs before appellate panel 2008-05-15

She contended that the injunction was an unconstitutional prior restraint on her free-speech rights, but Cowett disagreed and issued the injunction.

Daily Pilot: Wall splits students 2008-05-15

By Daniel Tedford Students walking through the middle of UCI"s campus this week will witness free speech at work. Various groups ë pro-Israel, pro-Zionist ...

Yahoo! News: The Big, Bad, Right-Wing Wolf 2008-05-15

... of hate who populate the Internet and fund the 'independent expenditure' groups who exercise their freedom in ways that give a bad name to free speech .

Pioneer Press Online: Health & Family Calendar 2008-05-15

Cawn/Krantz & Associates Ltd. Developmental Therapies, 650 Academy Drive, Northbrook, will offer free speech , language and developmental screening program ...

San Jose Mercury News: San Jose council to reconsider policy on porn filters at libraries 2008-05-15

But San Jose State University, which jointly runs the city's main library, objected to the idea Wednesday, and the city attorney cited potential free-speech ...

Auburn: Common Sense by Kevin Hanley 2008-05-15

The problem is that putting government in charge of regulating free speech is like putting the fox in the chicken coop. Government officials at the FCC ...

Salt Lake Tribune: Paycheck Act tangled up in courts - again 2008-05-15

... deduction of money going to the political action committees of public employee associations violated the First Amendment guarantee of free speech .

Daily Camera: Guest Opinion: Israel at 60: The cost of US support 2008-05-15

These assaults on the personal integrity of people who express non-mainstream political views has had a profoundly corrosive effect on free speech ...

Times Herald-Record: Student's record in threat case allowed to stand 2008-05-15

In a decision May 5, Senior US District Judge William Conner dismissed the case, saying the right of free speech isn't protected when a student make ...

Arab Times: Grief as Father Amir laid to rest 2008-05-15

He also saw in it the embodiment of free press and free speech as he expressed that in a speech in 1992, saying that the press is a public forum whose ...

Pasadena Weekly: Point made 2008-05-15

... one might say) as Koenig"s attorney and argued that the law was designed specifically not to inhibit constitutional free speech rights.

The Post Online: Republican author and radio personality to speak 2008-05-15

Sponsored by Ohio University College Republicans, Bruce will present íInside the Left"s Assault on Free Speech and Free Mindsì and discuss the emph ...

Dakota Voice: Face the Truth in Rapid City 2008-05-15

He said not only is the right to life under fire in our nation, but the First Amendment right to free speech is under assault as well.

Mankato Free Press: Our View: Encourage, but don't force, respect for Pledge 2008-05-15

It is always difficult to pinpoint how free speech rights should be enforced with minors. Students, obviously, do not get to make the rules in their school ...

Kennebec Journal: Flag at UMF an experiment, not free-speech issue 2008-05-15

Your calling the action a free-speech issue was itself a knee jerk. In the interview, the student clearly said she was not making a statement, nor trying ...

The Post Online: Your turn: Give credit to the deserving 2008-05-15

As chairperson for the Committee on Free Speech , it would be negligent not to respond to Chris Yonker"s propaganda published in Tuesday"s opinion column.

Pasadena Weekly: Point made 2008-05-15

... one might say) as Koenig"s attorney and argued that the law was designed specifically not to inhibit constitutional free speech rights.

Walla Walla Union-Bulletin: Mandating all show respect for our nation is an affront to our freedom 2008-05-15

The First Amendment, which guarantees our right of free speech , also protects us from having to speak. It means that we don't have to take stands in fav ...

WNWO: Fired UT employee says she'll sue 2008-05-15

Free speech and debate make a university stronger, but people who have certain jobs in a public in institution have restrictions on what they're allowed ...

Daily Pilot: Wall casts shadow on UCI 2008-05-15

By Daniel Tedford Students walking through the middle of UCI"s campus this week will witness free speech at work. Various groups ë pro-Israel, pro-Zionist ...

North Country Gazette: Swearing Costs Cabbie $1000, 30-Day Suspension 2008-05-15

NEW YORK ëIf you"re a cabbie in New York City , apparently the First Amendment and free speech isn"t applicable to you. A city cab driver has been fined ...

The Post Online: Your Turn: Write in Matt Bell for Student Senate treasurer 2008-05-15

He has or is currently sitting on committees to: advise the athletic department, Greek life committees, Free Speech policy, helping to differentiate between ...

Pasadena Weekly: Point made 2008-05-15

... one might say) as Koenig"s attorney and argued that the law was designed specifically not to inhibit constitutional free speech rights.

BlueOregon: Fortune: Novick's unorthodox campaign Charlie Burr 2008-05-14

While we're strong believers in free speech , we reserve the right to delete comment spam or other offensive material. Our contributors, however, reserve ...

San Francisco Bay Guardian: Guardian lawsuit moves to the next stage 2008-05-14

... way the Weekly could comply with an injunction would be to cut editorial expenses ë and that would have an impact on the paper's right to free speech .

WETM-TV: Investigating a Legislator 2008-05-14

In a statement released Tuesday, Brennan said í free speech should be afforded to all in America, and a political witch hunt should not be taking place ...

KSL-TV: Mural causes controversy in Tooele 2008-05-14

Some complained to the city, but officials said the nude artwork was protected under First Amendment free speech . So, the convenience store owner took ...

Western Standard- Shotgun Blog: Ezra on AM770 2008-05-14

*deep sigh*). (Of course, you can follow all of the twists and turns in Ezra's continuing battle for free speech on his website.)

SF Weekly: Animal Welfare Commission Wants to Outlaw Cruel Art 2008-05-14

"It doesn't have to be an issue of art or free speech ; this is based on what's already illegal," said Commissioner Christine Garcia, who proposed ...

Malaysia Star: Freedom on the march 2008-05-14

... supreme Constitution and the constitutionally permissible restrictions in Article 10(2) can be superimposed on every statute restricting free speech .

Tampabay.com: Clearwater merchants upset over anti-Scientology protests 2008-05-14

"You're entitled to free speech ," said Cournoyer, a 26-year-old church member, "but we're trying to make a living and it can affect the people who work here ...

BlueOregon: Gordon Smith: Oh no! Its an election year! Time to "moderate up ... 2008-05-13

While we're strong believers in free speech , we reserve the right to delete comment spam or other offensive material. Our contributors, however, reserve ...

San Francisco Chronicle: Court says uniform rules for students don't violate free speech 2008-05-13

The Clark County School District's policies were not intended to squelch free speech , but instead were aimed at "creating an educational environment free ...

Tribune Chronicle: ACLU complains about $5 fee for political signs near Akron 2008-05-13

... each political sign that residents put in their yards are infringing on constitutional rights to free speech , the American Civil Liberties Union said.

Barre Montpelier Times Argus: Bullying in cyberspace: 2008-05-13

"Tinker says that you can limit a kid's free speech rights," he said, "but one of the weak points of Tinker is where is that point of disruption?

The Post Online: Broad Stripes and Bright Stars: Will Klatt: Champion and voice ... 2008-05-13

And when the administration tried to crack down on Klatt"s protests, he drafted a new free speech policy that the university just implemented.

KTXL: State Lawmakers Propose Porn Tax Hike 2008-05-13

"This is a ridiculous tax being put on the adult entertainment industry without any support or evidence," says Free Speech Coalition Executive Direct ...

KCAU: Signage Rules Stifle Rights? Some Say "Yes" 2008-05-13

"Save Union County" calls that a violation of free speech . Members of the group met at the home of Dorothy Horton to see her trim down a "Vote No Hyperion" ...

CQPolitics.com: SEIU Spreads Its Wings, Ruffles Some Feathers 2008-05-13

... members of United Healthcare Workers-West filed a claim in federal court in San Francisco, alleging that Stern had suppressed their free-speech rights.

KOLO: Appeals Court Upholds Las Vegas School District's Dress Code 2008-05-13

Reporter: Ken Ritter AP students to wear uniforms doesn't improperly limit free speech and is constitutional, a federal appeals court ruled Monday.

KTIV: Residents Remove 'Hyperion' Signs That Violate County Code 2008-05-13

"We believe this is an infringement upon our right of free speech and it's just ridiculous on their part," said Ed Cable, "Save Union County.

BlueOregon: Regime Change Cody Hoesly 2008-05-12

While we're strong believers in free speech , we reserve the right to delete comment spam or other offensive material. Our contributors, however, reserve ...

Jakarta Post: A little bit of America in all of us 2008-05-12

... who love to perform demonstrations on the streets and sometimes protest American policies actually watch CNN to grasp some of America's free speech .

Political Cortex: How to Get Universal Health Care 2008-05-12

The time has come for the public to conclude that the right to universal health care is as important and necessary as the right to free speech and all ...

LifeNews.com: Pro-Life News: John McCain and Abortion, Warren Buffet, Missouri ... 2008-05-12

Whitehead also informed school officials that prohibiting students from wearing the abstinence T-shirts places a chilling effect on their free speech right ...

Ars Technica: Facebook ordered to out kids behind principal's fake profile 2008-05-12

Although judges have shown sympathy for students' right to free speech and parody in some similar cases, Indiana University School of Law professor David ...

RedOrbit: Group Heath Trolling Cyberspace to Learn What Patients Think 2008-05-12

"It's free speech ," Therriault said. "A lot of it is self-policing." Eytan, the Group Health physician, goes as far as to believe that blogs could offer ...

Washington Post: Olympic Gag Order 2008-05-11

Why should China's repression of free speech be imposed on athletes from the rest of the world? Comments that include profanity or personal attacks or other ...

Scoop.co.nz: Burma Stages A Vote While Cyclone Victims Suffer 2008-05-11

Observers predicted a majority "yes" vote, because Burma does not allow free speech , political debate, campaigning, or other norms of democracy.

Cape Cod Times: Funky Portland enjoys doing its own thing 2008-05-11

Public nudity is illegal in Portland, but in a state where live sex acts are protected as free speech , police involvement generally is limited to keeping ...

Tampa Tribune: Darwinners And Darlosers: Stupidity Is 1 Thing That Just Keep ... 2008-05-11

"What's all this crap about free speech ," Jones, getting right to the point, asked. "I thought Bush put an end to all of that with his Department ...

Tribune Chronicle: Studios file lawsuits alleging illegal movie distribution 2008-05-11

... said Corynne McSherry, a staff attorney with the Electronic Frontier Foundation, a San Francisco-based nonprofit and online free-speech advocate.

The Leaky Cauldron.org: JKR/WB vs. RDR Books Trial: Findings of Fact & Conclusions of Law ... 2008-05-11

... by the fair use doctrineì, adding that fair use is a ííFirst Amendment Safeguardì designed to prevent copyright law from unduly burdening free speech ì.

BlueOregon: At last! From Corvallis! A real reporter! TA Barnhart 2008-05-10

While we're strong believers in free speech , we reserve the right to delete comment spam or other offensive material. Our contributors, however, reserve ...

San Jose Mercury News: Lawsuit alleges civil rights violations in Watsonville's tattoo ... 2008-05-10

The lawsuit alleges city officials violated the plaintiffs' free speech and equal protection rights under the First and 14th Amendments of the U ...

MLive.com: Kalamazoo and Portage ordinances on political lawn signs may ... - Kalamazoo Gazette 2008-05-10

"The town can't tell people they cannot exercise free speech in their own front yard," said Valerie Burch, an attorney with the American Civil Libertie ...

San Francisco Bay Guardian: Guardian poised for legal victory 2008-05-10

... way the Weekly could comply with an injunction would be to cut editorial expenses ê and that would have an impact on the paper"s right to free speech .

Statesville Record & Landmark: Local 3520 facing lawsuit 2008-05-10

Filed in US District Court in Greesnboro, the lawsuit is based on labor laws which govern free speech , equal rights and due process in union proceedings.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch: Wash U. law professors object to Schlafly honor 2008-05-10

We are fully committed to the principle of free speech , and we believe the University should encourage a discussion of diverse viewpoints.

San Diego Union Tribune: Minutemen ask judge to restore Adopt-A-Highway sign 2008-05-10

The agency cited safety concerns; the group, alleging free-speech discrimination, sued Caltrans the following month. Friday, attorneys representing ...

SF Weekly Blogs: The Price of Free Speech Rises 2008-05-10

... a newspaper"s bank account while simultaneously dictating the parameters of its sales activity blatantly violates its ability to practice free speech .

Bangkok Post: Referendum first, disaster relief later 2008-05-10

''A referendum without some basic freedoms of assembly, political parties and free speech is a farce. What the Burmese government calls a process ...