freedom of speech

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Back then, there was no freedom of speech, human rights abuses were rampant and the rights of women in particular were severely restricted, he recalled.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Anthropic said in its lawsuit its business had been impacted by the government's actions and its right to freedom of speech had been violated.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

However, the previous UK government triggered a swift resale given concern about the potential impact on freedom of speech owing to Abu Dhabi's press censorship record.

From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026

Only one included protections for freedom of speech.

From Slate • Feb. 24, 2026

Besides, he added, the most important relevant law was the First Amendment: “Congress shall make no law...abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press.”

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin