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free speech

NOUN
right to express uncensored opinions
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“The Fifth Amendment protection to due process, the First Amendment protection to free speech, they apply whether you’re a citizen or not,” Lee said.

From Slate Jul. 23, 2026

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, who was among those paying their respects, described her as a "remarkable individual" and "the fiercest defender of free speech"

From BBC Jul. 21, 2026

“America isn’t easy. America is advanced citizenship. You gotta want it bad because it’s gonna put up a fight. It’s gonna say, ‘You want free speech?’

From Salon Jul. 5, 2026

Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh said the court was restoring broad free speech protections for parties and their candidates.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 30, 2026

He says, “The First Amendment protects our right to free speech as much as it protects yours.”

From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King




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