freedom of speech

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Novak, declared that the crowd was there to celebrate more than just freedom of speech — they were there for “literary glamour.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

He added: "I think it's important that we make sure that we have freedom of speech in this country and freedom of protest."

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Stock had faced repeated protests and threats while professor of philosophy at Sussex, in what became one of the most high-profile freedom of speech rows at a UK university.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

According to the U.K.’s Public Order Act, which outlines how freedom of speech may be restricted, any speech that includes “threatening” or “abusive” words is likely to be censored.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

But a small group known as the Hollywood Ten refused to answer questions, citing the First Amendment of the US Constitution, which grants citizens the freedom of speech and association.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau