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The Freedom of Speech

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May 25, 2023
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Five Freedoms

  • The First Amendment protects five freedoms: religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.
  • The text itself doesn't fully explain what "freedom of speech" entails, causing ongoing debates.
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Freedom of Speech

  • The First Amendment uses the phrase "freedom of speech," suggesting a broader concept than just speech itself.
  • It possibly relates to freedom of conscience and criticizing the government.
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Internet's Impact

  • The internet complicates the tension between free speech and its regulation due to its speed and reach.
  • The Founding Fathers couldn't have foreseen this technology, making the First Amendment's application challenging.
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