When Does Protesting Become Illegal?

Like all First Amendment freedoms, the right to assembly is not unlimited.

Does the White House Blocking AP From Press Events Violate the First Amendment?

Answering FAQs about the Trump-AP situation.

Are Tattoos Free Speech? A First Amendment Analysis

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Are Non-Citizens Protected by the First Amendment?

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Why the Government Usually Can’t Limit the Content of Your Speech

Determining whether a law is content-based or content-neutral isn’t always simple.

Tax Exemptions for Religious Organizations: What Does the Supreme Court Say?

Can a state can decide how “religious” an organization must be to receive a tax…
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When Private Information Becomes Public: What Is Public Disclosure of Private Facts?

Why the First Amendment doesn't always protect saying anything you want about someone.
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What college students can (and can't) do when covering protests on campus.
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1A in Action: Kate Lindley and Speaking Out About Book Access

We highlight Kate Lindley as part of our 1A in Action series.
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