'Obama threat' security guard freed Nov 20, 2009
"And in this case, John Brek's constitutional rights of free speech and the right to bear arms were, in fact, violated. He should have never been arrested.". Share this on. (CNN -- World)
Holbrook Sound Off Nov 20, 2009
Bob Ruplenas s Jaundiced Eye, which called America a nation of slobs, was the smart one, and Jean York s Free Speech, which snidely referred to Sen. Joe Lieberman as Mr. Important, was the dumb one. (Holbrook Sun, MA)
Muslim countries seek blasphemy ban Nov 20, 2009
GENEVA - Four years after cartoons of the prophet Muhammad set off violent protests across the Muslim world, Islamic nations are mounting a campaign for an international treaty to protect religious symbols and beliefs from mockery - essentially a ban on blasphemy that would put them on a collision course with free speech laws in the West ... If ratified in countries that enshrine freedom of expression as a fundamental right, such a treaty would require them to limit free speech if it risks... (Athens Banner-Herald)
The One Thing Nov 20, 2009
There's the lovely and talented FCC diversity "czar" Mark Lloyd not a fan of free speech, but a huge fan of the socialist/Marxist revolution in Venezuela. (BEGIN VIDEO CLIP). (Fox News)
Controversial Kansas church brings protest to Jefferson City Nov 20, 2009
"The risk occurred long before Obama took office. The economy began tanking under Bush. Obama is simply perpetuating the problem because he is an inept puppet.And neither leader promoted free speech or the freedom of the press.This group is radical - but there are others - bicyclists that want their own lane, abortionists, tree huggers, anti-nukes, evangelists, the house AND the senate, LE, defense attorneys, white supremists, and according to the MSHP intelligence certain liberaterians.It all... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Letter: Its not about meep Nov 20, 2009
The issue is not one of suppressing free speech or "getting under the skin "of the principal; rather, it is one of maintaining an appropriate school atmosphere. The principal's call and e-mail to parents indicated that the word "meep" was being used as a form of harassment toward a person(s) at the school, and an attempt had already been made to stop the behavior (carried out by a very small number of students). (Danvers Herald, MA)
A Crackdown Coming on British Libel Suits? Nov 20, 2009
While some U.S. states have enacted laws shielding their citizens from the penalties arising from English libel cases, strengthening the protection of free speech through reform of the system is vital, campaigners say. Among the changes recommended by the Index on Censorship and English PEN: at least 10% of copies of a relevant publication should be circulated in England for a case involving that title to be heard here. (Time.com)
Church of Scientology: We're being vilified Nov 20, 2009
This was not free speech. It was abuse and slander protected by the forms of our Parliament. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Michelle Malkin: Obama practices double talk on political dissent during trip Nov 20, 2009
While the kowtower-in-chiefs press shop feeds paeans to free speech into Obamas globetrotting teleprompter, the White House is still waging war on vocal foes at home ... But his FCC diversity czar, Mark Lloyd, is bent on re-engineering public airwaves by redistributing free speech rights from conservative haves who earned their success to minority have-nots who demand talk radio entitlements in the name of media justice. (The News-Press -- Opinion)
Radical Muslim cleric linked to many terrorism suspects Nov 20, 2009
His writings, though they encourage violence, are protected by the First Amendment's guarantee of free speech, legal authorities say ... His writings, though they encourage violence, are protected by the First Amendment's guarantee of free speech, legal authorities say. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
That's why it's called free speech Nov 20, 2009
Posted: Friday, November 20, 2009 12:00 am. In the two plus years I have lived in Wyoming and have been reading the Tribune, there has been one steady writer that makes my blood boil. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Students, teachers sound off at Southwest Co... Nov 19, 2009
College professors said the administration has created a culture of fear and intimidation on campus, and they questioned the limited area they have on campus to participate in free speech. Students and instructors are upset that more than 400 classes have been cut from next springs catalog. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Bloggers' challenge: Are prominent members of the community commenting on this site? Nov 19, 2009
Omega D wrote on Nov 18, 2009 10:28 PM:" Alice and chicks are crushers of the constitution, and will not put up with all of this free speech on here!!!! STOP THE THREAD NOW OR WE WILL GET OUR BISHOP INVOLVED!!! ". REGISTRATION IS FREE. Comments are from online Herald Journal readers. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Hasan Epitomizes U.S. "Self-Radicalizing" Nov 19, 2009
The gov. has not gotten around to curtailing that kind of terrorism due to our free speech laws. The problem 00004000 with this war is we are only fighting the obvious targets--like those who go to radical sites, or actual people who are in Afghanistan or Iraq or other places--but the majority of potential terrorists are in our own country and they may or may not be of Arabic or Muslim background. (CBS News -- US)
Cracking Down on Smut Peddlers? Nov 19, 2009
Those sidewalks that go up and down Las Vegas Boulevard are a public forum and are to be used like any other public forum for purposes of free speech, said Allen Liechtenstein with the ACLU.. Thirty-seven million people visited Las Vegas in 2008. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Here are questions that deserve some answers Nov 19, 2009
Luke wrote on Nov 18, 2009 10:15 AM:" Obama is also trying to reinstate the "Fairness" doctrine so he can stifle free speech and shut up radio and media commentators that disagree with his insane policies. ". Luke wrote on Nov 18, 2009 10:13 AM:" Obama has showed his disdain for the second amendment when he voted against Illinois bill 2165 in march 2004, that gave Illinois citizens the right to use firearms to defend against home invaders. In 1996 Obama endorsed a bill that would ban the sale... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
FDLR Inc: Congos multinational rebels Nov 19, 2009
They said free speech legislation protects his right to act as the organisation's spokesman, and they have not received any formal request for an investigation. Crossing Continents: Congo Connection is broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on Thursday, 19 November 2009 at 1100 GMT and repeated on Monday, at 2030 GMT. It is also broadcast on the World Service's Assignment programme on Thursday, 19 November 2009. (BBC News -- Europe)
Group: Cuba continues repression Nov 19, 2009
The government also uses other harsh laws to silence free speech, quash labor rights and criminalize all forms of association, the report says. Human rights violations include abusive interrogations, the denial of legal counsel and sham trials, the report says. (CNN -- World)
Obama 'furious' about Afghanistan leaks... Nov 19, 2009
- Ben Smith - POLITICO.com. Obama, speaking to CBS in Beijing, says he's "furious' about the stream of leaks characterizing the Afghanistan deliberations. THE PRESIDENT: I think I am angrier than Bob Gates about it, partly because we have these deliberations in the Situation Room for a reason because we are making decisions that are life-and-death, that affect how our troops will be able to operate in a theater of war. For people to be releasing information during the course of deliberation --... (The Drudge Report)
* German murderers want their names expunged from Wikipedia Nov 18, 2009
Collisions in court involving free speech, the Internet and differing national laws are not new. In 2000, French courts fined Yahoo and ordered it to block access to auctions of Nazi memorabilia. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
The Mao The Merrier Nov 18, 2009
Not many people know Bob Bauer, but defenders of democracy and free speech know of his antipathy toward political opposition and desire to suppress it. Bauer was an integral part of the attempt in the 2008 campaign to silence opposition groups and suppress their ads questioning his candidate's past associations and positions on issues such as gun control. (Investors Business Daily)
Organized Protests Over Health Care Nov 18, 2009
As a believer in sunlight as the best disinfectant, I m persuaded free speech on public issues is not only necessary, but a condition to be encouraged. However, there is a difference between educating, persuading and convincing and sit-ins, protests and intimidation. (Human Events Online)
Focus is on water, airport Nov 18, 2009
Agreed to join a lawsuit to be filed that would seek a declaratory judgment that public officials have the same free speech rights as private citizens. (This action is an outgrowth of an old Texas Open Meetings Act lawsuit involving former Councilman Avinash Rangra and former Councilwoman Katie Elms Lawrence. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
NJ Teen Barred From Abortion Protest Sues School Nov 18, 2009
Student Claims Administrators Violated Religious, Free Speech Rights. GEOFF MULVIHILL, Associated Press Writer. (Click2Houston, TX)
Senate Rejects Flag Desecration Amendment Nov 18, 2009
The Senate rejected by a single vote yesterday an effort to amend the Constitution to allow Congress to ban desecration of the American flag, after a two-day debate freighted with political calculations and sharp disputes over the limits of free speech ... Justices narrowly ruled that burning and other desecrations of the flag are protected as free speech under the First Amendment ... "There is no such thing as unlimited rights. Although we treasure and value our right of free speech . . . we... (Yahoo News -- Civil Liberties)
Vancouver Plans to Change Olympic Sign Law That Critics Call `Beijing 2.0' Nov 18, 2009
Nov. 18 (Bloomberg) -- Vancouver plans to change an Olympics sign law next month after a civil liberties group filed a lawsuit claiming it limits free speech and infringes on Canadas constitutional guarantees ... Critics say the curbs on free speech are reminiscent of China. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Obama's Doubletalk on Political Dissent Nov 18, 2009
While the kowtower-in-chief's press shop feeds paeans to free speech into Obama's globetrotting teleprompter, the White House is still waging war on vocal foes at home ... In China, O proclaimed himself "a big supporter of non-censorship." But his FCC "diversity" czar, Mark Lloyd, is bent on re-engineering public airwaves by redistributing free speech rights from conservative haves who earned their success to minority have-nots who demand talk radio entitlements in the name of "media justice.". (Townhall.com)
Landmark decision frees us all Nov 17, 2009
Whether inciting violence or just speaking one's mind, free speech and the First Amendment have played a key role in developing the visionary, democratic America. Thirty years ago in the case of Tinker v. Des Moines Independent School District, a landmark lawsuit was decided by the Supreme Court, ruling in favor of the plaintiffs, John Tinker, Mary Beth Tinker and Christopher Eckhardt. (University News, MO)
The Starting Point: STD rates, free speech & conjoined twins Nov 17, 2009
The Starting Point: STD rates, free speech & conjoined twins - Yahoo ... The Starting Point: STD rates, free speech & conjoined twins. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
City Council to consider BDC recommendation on director’s salary Nov 17, 2009
FBK8 wrote on Nov 15, 2009 12:31 PM:" ______________If you care about Bartlesville then show up at the meetings on Monday, for the Charter review and for the City Council meeting about the BDC. Then when the time comes vote your conscience and your pocket books.The BDC and its mirror image/cousin the BRTA are outdated, anachronistic and self-serving to say the least. Each private corporation receives about a million dollars worth of 'tax payer' dollars each and every year. Outrageous! That money... (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Educate yourself about SAT scammers Nov 17, 2009
Walking the halls of my children s high school, you see flyers about dances, free speech, contests, homecoming; but where are flyers about anything post-high-school. The scam: High schoolers thinking about the next leg of their educational journey just took the PSAT, the precursor to the dreaded SAT. The big test is one of the key steps for students looking to get into college. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
The Expel Kevin Casimer Petition Nov 17, 2009
Had that happened in his 15 years as a professor then the discriminatory conduct could have been addressed directly without interfering with his private free speech rights. But there has been no such misconduct. (Townhall.com)
City Planning Board to Review Sign Ordinance Nov 17, 2009
Some purpose of the city's sign ordinance is to allow for "safe operation of motor vehicles," pedestrian safety, protection of free speech, promotion of commerce and, among others, to "minimize visual pollution.". City Administrator Russell Rost said the complaints registered at city hall generally concern groups of signs along roadways. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Supreme Court: Miami school can ban book on Cuba Nov 17, 2009
"It is a sad day for free speech in our great nation," said JoNel Newman, a lawyer with the ACLU of Florida. "This is a dangerous precedent, and a huge leap backwards in the battle against censorship. Aftershocks may be felt in public school libraries across the country.". (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Driggs boy shoots bear on family's porch Nov 17, 2009
Tracey wrote on Nov 16, 2009 4:21 PM:" I'm an Ultra Conservative American. That means I believe in and support my wonderful country and the original interpretation of the US Constitution. I love America dearly. Gun ownership is vital and free speech even more so.No good American hunter wants to kill without cause. Hunters care about animals and regret greatly losing a deer or other game they've shot, but it happens now and then. This child reacted properly. It was a judgment call. If he felt the... (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Guest Column — Open government is part of our democratic system Nov 17, 2009
The resolution encourages less restrictive penalties that would preserve the integrity of the act and recognize the fundamental right of city officials to free speech ... TML is saying we need more government secrecy to protect free speech. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Chinese censors block Obama's call to free the Web Nov 17, 2009
(AP) BEIJING - President Barack Obama prodded China about Internet censorship and free speech, but the message was not widely heard in China where his words were blocked online and shown on only one regional television channel ... Yang Hengjun, 45, a blogger and novelist based in the southern city of Guangzhou, said he was impressed by Obama's frank admission that some free speech irks him, and by U.S. laws that are intended to keep the government from censoring criticism. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Chinese censors block Obama's call to free the Web Nov 17, 2009
BEIJING (AP) -- President Barack Obama prodded China about Internet censorship and free speech, but the message was not widely heard in China where his words were blocked online and shown on only one regional television channel ... Yang Hengjun, 45, a blogger and novelist based in the southern city of Guangzhou, said he was impressed by Obama's frank admission that some free speech irks him, and by U.S. laws that are intended to keep the government from censoring criticism. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Ghanas Swiss Ambassador intensifies campaign Nov 17, 2009
Other areas of interest to Ghanaians in the Diaspora is the current governments efforts at encouraging greater participatory democracy and respecting the line of separation between the Executive, Parliament and the Judiciary, to enhance, encourage and promote accountability in the system, discourage corruption, while promoting and protecting individual rights and free speech. A commentator, Ogyam Kwabena in his article headed, Mills chance to rid Ghana of corruption is now published... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Army Looks Inward in Hasan Probe Nov 17, 2009
Hasan's superiors were afraid to punish him and be accused for dont respect his religion and free speech. by ToolMangler1 November 16, 2009 5:14 PM EST. (CBS News)
Should Web Search Data Be Stored? Nov 17, 2009
Kevin Bankston is a staff attorney at the specializing in free speech and privacy law. His work has focused on the impact of post-9/11 anti-terrorism laws and surveillance initiatives on online privacy and free expression. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Chinese censors block Obama’s call to allow Internet freedom Nov 17, 2009
BEIJING - President Obama prodded China about Internet censorship and free speech, but the message was not widely heard in China, where his words were blocked online and shown on only one regional television channel. China has more than 250 million Internet users and employs some of the world s tightest controls over what they see. (Boston Globe)
UN slated for stifling net debate Nov 17, 2009
Page last updated at 10:49 GMT, Monday, 16 November 2009. By Jonathan Fildes Technology reporter, BBC News. (BBC News -- Technology)
Subprime Justice Nov 16, 2009
In the absence of any explicit provision exposing the Big Three to civil liability, the courts have accepted their defense that theyre just citizens of the Republic, exercising their right to free speech. The federal government may be neutered when it comes to going after the credit-rating agencies, but the state attorneys general have been surprisingly slow to step up. (Slate)
Obama, Russia Eye December Nuclear Treaty Nov 16, 2009
we're all just using our free speech here on CBS. Have a great day. (CBS News -- World)
Worth Emulating Nov 16, 2009
I believe in free speech, but how long until we white people start making racist loudmouths as socially uncomfortable as we do flag burners. How long until we white people will stop insisting that blacks exercise personal responsibility, build strong families, educate themselves enough to edit the Harvard Law Review, and work hard enough to become President of the United State, only to threaten to assassinate them when they do. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Learning about rights from everyday life Nov 16, 2009
They're trying to give the youths a hands-on perspective of the Constitution as it affects their lives and the people around them - free speech on campus, school searches and police powers, race and gender, crime and punishment. "Not many people realize how many times a day their constitutional rights are affected," said Jonathan Heller, a recent Hastings graduate and the program's assistant executive director. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Runway Ready: Seacoast Fashion and Pop Culture Blog Nov 16, 2009
In the following video clip, Chelsea Handler (aka Chelsea Lately) shares her feelings about free speech andCarrie Prejean, who is currently promoting her book, Still Standing, on any network willing to give her airtime. Prejean recentlytold Christianity Today that she doesn t think there s anything wrong with getting breast implants as a Christian. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Hefner to sell Playboy Enterprises for $300m Nov 16, 2009
24 billion), the 83-year-old Hefner will be giving up control over the iconic adult entertainment empire he founded that was instrumental in shaping society's opinions on nudity, sex and free speech. With $600, Hefner in 1953 published the first Playboy magazine with a partially nude photo of Marilyn Monroe at its centre. (Business Report, South Africa)
Iron out wrinkles in dress code Nov 16, 2009
A lot of free speech is provocative, for instance. And who defines what is provocative. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Grand exit for CNN’s Lou Dobbs Nov 16, 2009
I find it interesting that no one asks me if I m joining The Daily Show with Jon Stewart because I m going to be on that [show] on Wednesday, Dobbs quipped, just before turning serious about the Fox host who d publicly taken up for him and his right to free speech on his own show. Bill O Reilly has been a defender and a friend and I m delighted to appear on his show first. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Why penalize 85 percent to help 15 percent? Nov 16, 2009
to Ihcalam wrote on Nov 14, 2009 8:27 AM:" IT is a known fact that Obama wants to repeal the second amendment by his prior votes and support to abolish private ownership of firearms.. It is a fact that Obama wants the "fairness doctrine" back so he can stifle the free speech of talk show hosts and news broadcasts thereby subverting the first amendment. Republicans fight tooth and nail to preserve the constitution while democreeps try to destroy it. Why don't YOU tell us how the republicans are... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Closure of juniper business devastating for Chiloquin Nov 15, 2009
Robert wrote on Nov 14, 2009 8:09 AM:" MEMBER OF OUR COMMUNITY.... Who appointed you over the first amendment? Who do you think you are telling Jill Prewitt to "keep it to herself"? How dare you try to stifle free speech. Bet you're a liberal. ". Member of OUR community wrote on Nov 13, 2009 9:11 PM:" I am sorry your opinion has you on edge about the juniper site. Chief Holster is not at war with Chiloquin City Council. Chiloquin City Council is not at war with Chiloquin -Agency Lake RFPD. Chief... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Will they try to fine us for this too? Nov 15, 2009
We live in a free society with free speech in which not even our president is above criticism. Yet, the SEC and its commissioner have set themselves and their officials imperiously above it all. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Hogan can no longer evade her obligations Nov 15, 2009
Showing page 1 of 1 comment pages, 1 total comments 2 Days ago Free Speech wrote : Please help stop the rot Bring out your official vote now Go to http://www. gopetition. (Business Report, South Africa)
Jeering crowd blocks meeting of extreme right Nov 15, 2009
"I do not wish to defend any right-wing groups, but equally there is an issue of free speech and free expression," he said. "How you reconcile those two goals is a complicated issue.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Letters to the editor (11/15/09) Nov 15, 2009
She has no monopoly on free speech. I maintain that those she berates have every bit as much right to their view as she does in broadcasting her discontent. (Anchorage Daily News)
Courtroom drama Nov 15, 2009
A pretty unrepresentative lot - the benches are stuffed with pop stars, actors, free speech campaigners and opposition politicians. The defendant, Chansa Kabwela, news editor of Zambia's best-selling newspaper, The Post, has become the poster girl for anyone who dislikes the government. (BBC News -- Africa)
Letter: Please bring civility back to public discourse Nov 14, 2009
John Burton wrote on Nov 13, 2009 5:09 PM:" Duly noted, Gypsy...and summarily deposited into the round file.The hypocrisy among you liberals is stunning. This is America and free speech applies to conservatives as well as liberals. Perhaps you folks should worry about how people in your own party refer to others.CJR, a fellow MTS poster, who continually refers to former President Bush as "the Chimp, King George, the Chump, etc. "Senate Majority leader Harry Reid referring to former President... (Montana Standard, MT)
Fanning the breeze Nov 14, 2009
Avenger wrote on Oct 18, 2009 7:26 AM:" Would anybody be amazed if Mr. Epstein had said that CNN, NBC and MSNBC were doing the same thing he accuses FOX of doing? Mr. Epstein believes in :"free speech for thee, but not for me". Keith Uberfuehrer cannot get through a show without leveling blistering attacks on people on Fox. That is OK except that he does it with such personal vitrion that he appears to be ready for a stroke.Chris Matthews said it is his job to make sure that Obama succeeds. Mr.... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
City Planning Board to Review Sign Ordinance Nov 14, 2009
Some purpose of the city's sign ordinance is to allow for "safe operation of motor vehicles," pedestrian safety, protection of free speech, promotion of commerce and, among others, to "minimize visual pollution.". City Administrator Russell Rost said the complaints registered at city hall generally concern groups of signs along roadways. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Falcons ready to get on the bus; help Smitty pay the fine Nov 14, 2009
What a disgrace to the concept of free speech. Actually, there is really no such thing as free speech, as every word spoken or written has a price and a responsibility. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Thumbs up, thumbs down Nov 14, 2009
Yes, it is a form of free speech, and, yes, it can even be seen as a form of political protest, but we would rather see people choose someone more viable than a cartoon character when they take the time to go to the polls and write in a candidate not already on the ballot. But voting for the Big M is preferable to some of the obscenities that were written in during last weeks general election. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Forget the Fairness Doctrine Nov 14, 2009
Almond may think that represents free speech. I certainly don t.. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Saying Obama targeting older seniors is unfair Nov 14, 2009
George wrote on Nov 12, 2009 9:01 AM:" Judy Smith hyphenated Clifton.... If you think Bush had a "cavalier attitude" about the constitution take a look at your messiah, Obama. He wants to stifle free speech (1st amendment) with the fairness doctrine because he does not like the spotlight of truth being shone on him. He has voted for and supported any bill and regulation that came before him against the 2nd amendment. Obama is a Judas Goat leading all the simpering liberal sheeple to the... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
