"Supporting media and information literacy concepts, this engaging title explores freedom of speech, the role of news media, issues of censorship, and citizens privacy around the world. Information includes a history of censorship, privacy laws, and a discussion of 'fake news'"--Amazon.com.
"Most Americans agree about the importance of free speech. But many don't understand the scope and limitations of this treasured liberty. Learn about the history, complexities, and conflicts related to free speech rights, from flag-burning to the treatment of hate speech"--Provided by publisher.
"The papers published in this volume were presented in June of 2017 at the Free Speech Discussion Forum . . . in Budapest, Hungary. The purpose of the forum was to bring together prominent free speech scholars from around the world to discuss matters of common interest . . . [The papers focus] on two topics: 'The foundations and limits of free expression' and 'The media in the twenty-first century'"--Back cover.
West Virginia State Board of Education v. Barnette
Gold, Susan Dudley
Describes the Supreme Court case of West Virginia State Board of Education versus Barnette and the relationship between the First Amendment and whether or not Americans have to participate in symbolic speech, such as a flag salute.
Describes the Supreme Court case Schenck versus the United States and the relationship between the First Amendment and the safety of the nation and its citizens.
Contains essays that provide opposing viewpoints on issues related to civil liberties, discussing freedom of expression, the separation of church and state, technology and privacy, and the war on terrorism.
Friends Zander, Kambui, LaShonda, and Bobbi, caught in the middle of a mock Civil War at DaVinci Academy, learn the true cost of freedom of speech when they use their alternative newspaper, The Cruiser, to try to make peace.
In 1735 in New York City, a young printer's apprentice learns about the importance of freedom of speech when the printer Peter Zenger is arrested and tried for writing articles criticizing the government.
