More than 220 years ago, the freedom of speech became law - and experts say its protections are as important today as they've ever been.
It’s Free Speech Week, a time to celebrate our freedom of expression, whether it be the right to protest, freedom of the press or religious liberty.
Professor emeritus at the Moritz College of Law at O-S-U, David Goldberger, says free speech is core to the success of American democracy.
It’s Free Speech Week, a time to celebrate our freedom of expression, whether it be the right to protest, freedom of the press or religious liberty.
Professor emeritus at the Moritz College of Law at O-S-U, David Goldberger, says free speech is core to the success of American democracy.
Chair of the Communication Department at Northeastern University, Dale Herbeck, says while other countries may have a similar amendment, what makes the U-S stand out is our commitment to it.
He says our First Amendment protects all kinds of speech, including that which is not complimentary to public leaders.
Goldberger says free speech can be taken for granted, and people tend to forget how important it is, particularly in times of crisis.
Herbeck says the freedom of speech needs to be preserved, because it is the freedom from which all others flow, and without it our society would be much different. And he says it's our ability to communicate and speak freely that makes us unique.
Americans are encouraged this week to raise free speech awareness and express their own right to free speech, by perhaps speaking out at a rally, writing a letter to the editor, or simply posting a message online.
More ideas are available at freespeechweek.org.
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