Congress shall make no law...abridging the freedom of speech
As this nation has grown and evolved, the First Amendment right to Freedom of Speech has become an inherent piece of the American identity. At the forefront of our Constitution, it is seen as a basic human right, a liberty attainable by all–at least, in theory. The development of this conversation over time has helped define free speech as we know it today. However, the definition of “free speech” is not as clear-cut as it seems, prompting numerous questions about the Constitutional definition. In particular, this exhibit focuses on the following inquiries: What rights do students have to on-campus protests? Where does free speech end and hate speech begin? Should the government have the authority to restrict free speech during times of war or unrest?
Throughout the decades of American history, the rhetoric of free speech has changed drastically. Freedom of Speech is woven deeply into American culture, from the town assemblies of the colonies to the various protests as we know them today. In this exhibit, explore the ongoing evolution of the conversation surrounding free speech.
Throughout the decades of American history, the rhetoric of free speech has changed drastically. Freedom of Speech is woven deeply into American culture, from the town assemblies of the colonies to the various protests as we know them today. In this exhibit, explore the ongoing evolution of the conversation surrounding free speech.
Image Source: International Press and Media Group
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Image Source: Newseum.
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Image Source: ACLU Texas
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How far should the freedom of speech and expression extend when applied to students on campus? Explore the On Campus exhibit to discover the changing dialectic on students' freedom of speech.
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Where is the line drawn between freedom of speech and verbal attacks? In the following exhibit, explore how the blurred line between hate speech and free speech has impacted American legislature and conversation.
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Should free speech and other constitutional rights be limited in times of war? How does freedom of speech affect protests and freedom of assembly? Find your own answers in this exhibit.
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Header Image Source: Cardboard sign reading, "Free Speech". Snopes, 18 Aug. 2017, www.snopes.com/2017/08/18/constitutional-limits-free-speech/. Accessed 11 Jan. 2018.
Header Quote courtesy of the United States Constitution
Gallery image sources:
Newseum. Girl with tape over her mouth. The Goldwater, 15 Aug. 2017, thegoldwater.com/news/6639-Arkansas-1-of-5-States-Without-Hate-Speech-Laws-Set-To-Legislate-After-Unite-The-Right. Accessed 11 Jan. 2018.
Header Quote courtesy of the United States Constitution
Gallery image sources:
Newseum. Girl with tape over her mouth. The Goldwater, 15 Aug. 2017, thegoldwater.com/news/6639-Arkansas-1-of-5-States-Without-Hate-Speech-Laws-Set-To-Legislate-After-Unite-The-Right. Accessed 11 Jan. 2018.