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Free Speech
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Freedom of Speech
Introduction to Freedom of Speech Freedom of Speech, freedom of expression, both oral and written, from governmental prior restraint, except as such expression constitutes libel, slander, obscenity, sedition, or criminal conduct such as bribery, perjury, or incitement to riot. In the U.S., […]
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Freedom of Speech and of the Press
References See Also Constitutional Law Individual Rights Freedom of Speech Press Media Law
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Freedom of Speech History
Introduction to Freedom of Speech HistoryThe modern concept of freedom of speech emerged gradually during the struggles of the Middle Ages. In England, for example, the struggle for freedom of speech extended from the 16th through the 18th centuries and was a vital part of the larger strugg…
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Freedom of Speech Limits
Introduction to Freedom of Speech LimitsAs with other forms and modes of liberty, completely unrestricted freedom of expression leads to infringement on the rights of others, and it has long been recognized that restraints on liberty of utterance are necessary and inevitable. The nature and…
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Freedom of the Press
Introduction to Freedom of the Press Freedom of the Press, immunity of the communications media-including newspapers, books, magazines, radio, and television-from government control or censorship. Freedom of the press is regarded as fundamental to individual rights. Without free media, a free […]
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Freedom of Association
Freedom of Association in Constitutional Law From the Comparative Constitutions Project: Freedom of association is the right to meet and interact freely, without the interference of the state or others. This is slightly different than freedom of assembly, because assembly refers to the ability […]
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Freedom of Expression
Freedom of Expression in Election Law A universal right that includes freedom to seek, receive and impart information and ideas of all kinds, regardless of frontiers, either orally, in writing or in print, in the form of art or through any other media of a person's choice. This freedom […]
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Freedom of Expression
Freedom of Expression in Election Law A universal right that includes freedom to seek, receive and impart information and ideas of all kinds, regardless of frontiers, either orally, in writing or in print, in the form of art or through any other media of a person's choice. This freedom […]
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Freedom of Assembly
Introduction to Freedom of Assembly Freedom of Assembly, the right of people to gather together peaceably. Freedom of assembly is related to freedom of religion and freedom of speech, as well as the right to petition (formally request) the government to change its policies. Together these […]
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Freedom of Assembly
Introduction to Freedom of Assembly Freedom of Assembly, the right of people to gather together peaceably. Freedom of assembly is related to freedom of religion and freedom of speech, as well as the right to petition (formally request) the government to change its policies. Together these […]
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Religious Freedom
Introduction This entry provides an overview of the legal framework of religious freedom, with a description of the most significant features of religious freedom at international level. Related Work and Conclusions Resources See Also Civil Liberty Civil Right Legal Right Citizen Freedom […]
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Religious Freedom
Introduction This entry provides an overview of the legal framework of religious freedom, with a description of the most significant features of religious freedom at international level. Related Work and Conclusions Resources See Also Civil Liberty Civil Right Legal Right Citizen Freedom […]