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  • Sector Issues & Free Expression

    Whew. We have come a long way from week 1! As we near the end of our journey in this class, many things in regard to freedom of speech/expression have become abundantly clear. Freedom of expression is very complex and influenced by a myriad of factors and circumstances, including the government, our society, the private…

  • The Digital Age & Freedom of Expression

    Over the last century, there has been so much advancement in communications, media and the press. One of the most pivotal communications shifts has come in the form of the internet. I think that the amount of information readily available to the public is extraordinary, and a technological feat, so much so, that we may…

  • The Balance Between the Courts & Policymakers

    I think that the First Amendment has withstood the test of time because of its unwavering flexibility, especially since it lies at the foundation of our democracy. Through all of the flexibility, it’s gone through trials and tribulations, yet still remained the backbone of our society. Since its inception, the First Amendment has faced similar…

  • Protecting Our Democracy

    I think that we can all agree that in today’s political and media environment, the First Amendment is in a sort of limbo state; it’s still considered powerful, however, it’s starting to show its fragile elements as well. The goal of the First Amendment is to protect journalists from being censored, especially censored from the…

  • Societal Values

    Ahhh, freedom of expression. It’s a topic that is very relevant in today’s political landscape. It’s a concept that we’ve all pretty much taken for granted until things happen to challenge the status quo. In the United States, we are ruled by a democracy, where free speech and the right to peaceful protest are synonymous…