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The First Amendment

The First Amendment to the Constitution protects our most basic rights --freedom of speech, press, religion, assembly and petition. Schools deal with the First Amendment on a daily basis. Here are some background stories on how the amendment was developed and what it all means to you as a citizen. Also here are frequently asked questions, red-letter dates and more.

Links to information related to the First Amendment:

History of the First Amendment and how it relates to high schools

First Amendment - FAQ

Strange but true facts

First Amendment Timeline

Why care about the First Amendment?


 

 
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