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Protecting free speech means protecting a free press, the democratic process, diversity of thought, and so much more. The ACLU has worked since 1920 to ensure that freedom of speech is protected for everyone.

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Millwood High School teacher Anthony Crawford in a classroom.

Feb 1, 2022

Making Space for Black History in the Classroom

Painted mural of Ahmaud Arbery in Brunswick, Georgia after he was shot and killed in February 2020.

Nov 24, 2021

The True Measure of Justice for Ahmaud Arbery Goes Beyond the Courtroom

Nov 22, 2021

Livestreaming Police is a Critical First Amendment Right

Anthony, a teacher profiled in this blog, stands in the middle of his school's hallway

Nov 19, 2021

School is For Learning — Including Learning About Race and Gender

Police in riot gear stand outside the Kenosha County Court House

Nov 19, 2021

Kyle Rittenhouse Didn’t Act Alone: Law Enforcement Must Be Held Accountable

A photojournalist is arrested by NYPD officers during an anti-Trump protest in New York City

Aug 6, 2021

Freedom of the Press is Under Attack

Jul 23, 2021

Tony Winner Ali Stroker Reframes Disability Representation and Identity

Woman helps to dismantle a large alarm clock display that reads "Net Neutrality Wake Up Call" from the stage after a protest in front of the FCC in Washington, DC.

Jul 9, 2021

Why Net Neutrality Can’t Wait

Supreme Court Justices Brett Kavanaugh and Amy Coney Barrett arrive for the inauguration of Joe Biden

Jul 2, 2021

Trump's Supreme Court Nominees Frustrate Ultra Conservatives...Mostly

A man uses a bullhorn as he demonstrates with supporters of Donald Trump outside the Pennsylvania Convention Center

Jun 22, 2021

On the Podcast: Defending Speech We Hate