Free Speech
Your right to speak. Your right to protest. Your press freedom.
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If Your Speech Was Punished, the ACLU May Help Did the government punish you for speaking, protesting, or publishing? You may have a First Amendment case. Submit your story for review. What to Do If Arrested at a Protest Say only: ‘I want a lawyer.’ This guide covers arrest, detention, and police taking your phone at a protest.
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The Government Cannot Silence You The First Amendment is your shield. It protects your right to speak, publish, worship, gather, and demand change. This page shows what that means. Your Right to Protest You can protest on public sidewalks and in parks with no permit. Learn what police can and cannot do. Learn what to do if your rights are broken.