Is It Illegal to Yell ‘Fire’ in a Crowded Theater?
You can't yell "fire" in a crowded theater … or can you?
Misinformation, Censorship and 6 Other First Amendment Topics From VP Debate
Insight into the First Amendment issues referenced during the debate.
Can Candidates Lie in Political Ads? A First Amendment Analysis
Are false claims made in political ads legal?
Campus Protests 1 Year Into Israel-Hamas War: Where America Stands
New survey data shows Americans' views on campus protests.
Protesting on College Campuses: FAQs Answered
Everything to know about protesting on college campuses.
Prohibited Poetry: 13 Poems That Faced Faced Banning Attempts
Books aren't the only literary works that see banning attempts.
Where America Stands on the First Amendment: By the Numbers
Breaking down the results of our 2024 Where America Stands survey.
Can You Be Required to Speak? Compelled Speech Explained
The First Amendment protects free speech, but what about *not* speaking?
Why Candidates Must Say ‘I Approve This Message’ in Campaign Ads
Answering commonly asked questions about a little-known law.
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