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.
"Explains why free speech and civil discourse are at the heart of the university's mission of creating and nurturing an open and diverse community dedicated to learning. It shows why universities must make space for voices from both the left and right. And it points out how better understanding why the university lives or dies by free speech can help guide everyone--including students, faculty, administrators, and alumni--when faced with difficult challenges such as unpopular, hateful, or dangerous speech"--Publisher.
"The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution may be one of the most well-known and oft-quoted, and readers will learn why in this . . . book. Through an in-depth yet age-appropriate examination of the First Amendment, readers will understand why the legal protection of such freedoms as religious expression, speech, and peaceful assembly is so important. Through a close look at the language of the amendment, readers will walk away with an understanding of the law's historical significance and how it affects our lives today"--Provided by publisher.
"Some people believe free speech means you can say whatever you want and no one can get mad at you or punish you for it. Readers learn this isn't exactly the truth as they explore one of the most important aspects of any free society. The concept of free speech and what it means has been debated for centuries, and as readers take a closer look at all sides of this debate, they sharpen their critical-thinking skills. Fact boxes, colorful photographs, and detailed graphic organizers enhance the main text to give readers a stronger understanding of this essential civics concept"--Provided by the publisher.
