April 2019 Newsletter
Back in September at the 3rd Annual First Amendment Voice National Symposium in Philadelphia, I met Gary Ell. Gary got inspired during our programming and wanted to get involved. He wasn’t sure how, but after some thought, he had an idea. Here is the story in his own...
Does the First Amendment protect everything you post on social media?
Freedom of speech is more restricted on social media than you might think – so what speech is safe to post online and what should you keep to yourself instead?
March 2019 Newsletter
Reflections on our first amendment freedoms in a foreign country As I prepare to leave Amman, following a fruitful visit writing some final thoughts in a forthcoming book, visiting a friend, and seeing nonprofit field operations in action, I paused to reflect on the...
Three reasons why the Founding Fathers wouldn’t be surprised by our current political climate
If the Founding Fathers saw the U.S. today, would they be disappointed in us? On the contrary – they wouldn’t be surprised at all.
Freedom of assembly: What is it and why should citizens care about this right?
Why did the Founding Fathers include the right to peaceful assembly in the First Amendment of the Constitution? It’s more important than you might imagine!
Freedom of religion and tax exemption status, explained
When it comes to tax-exemption status, how does the IRS decide which religious organizations are eligible and which ones get denied? How are these decisions influenced by the First Amendment? Continue reading to learn more!
How does the First Amendment apply in the world of sports?
How much should the First Amendment protect amateur and professional athletes’ freedom of speech and expression? And what about fans?
January 2019 Newsletter
Citizens & Delegates, The coming year brings great promise for First Amendment Voice. FAV has applied for 501c3 status, beginning the transition from being a project to becoming a separate organization. We look forward to bringing our Philadelphia programming from...
Does the First Amendment cover citizen journalists?
Citizen journalists: are they protected under the First Amendment?
The Guardians: Power, press and public perceptions
TIME magazine’s "person of the year" for 2018 has been chosen. It’s a group of journalists TIME calls "The Guardians." Why is this gesture from TIME so significant?
How can you be more civic-minded in 2019?
How are you civic-minded in your daily life? If you want to make a real difference in the lives of other people, then here are some proactive strategies for engaging in constructive civic-mindedness in the new year.
December 2018 Newsletter
FAV Friends, I wanted to share a theme, more of a feeling, that many of you probably experienced over the Thanksgiving holiday. That feeling was one of gratitude. I felt grateful for the opportunity to not only spend a wonderful dinner with family, but also to share a...