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Pbs Learning Media: Crash Course Government and Politics: Freedom of Religion
In this episode, we discuss the first amendment and an individual's right to the freedom of religion. We'll examine some significant supreme court decisions and talk about how they've affected our interpretations of the law with respect...
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60 Second Civics: History of Rights Pt. 3: Control of the Press
Throughout history, government has sought control over the press. Find out why on today's podcast.
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60 Second Civics: History of Rights Pt. 9: First Amendment and Right to Know
The public has a right to know how the government is doing its job, but even that right has limits.
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60 Second Civics: Freedom of Speech Pt. 9: Government Suppression of Speech
Discusses the history of government suppression of free speech and how things have improved in recent decades.
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60 Second Civics: Freedom of Speech Pt. 14: Restrictions Must Be Clear
The Supreme Court determined that restrictions to free speech must be very clear so that everyone, including the police, understands them.
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60 Second Civics: Freedom to Assemble Pt. 2: Rights of Assembly and Petition
The First Amendment supports the right to assemble and to petition by protecting the right to form one's own opinions.
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60 Second Civics: History of Rights Pt.5: "No Free Schools Nor Printing Presses"
The English governor of Virginia said: "Thank God there are no free schools nor printing presses, and I hope we shall not have them these hundred years."
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60 Second Civics: Freedom of Speech Pt. 4: Advancement of Knowledge
Discusses how knowledge and ideas can only be advanced when all points of view are considered, which is why freedom of speech and expression are so important.
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60 Second Civics: Freedom of Speech Pt. 5: Social Change and Individual Rights
Freedom of expression permits groups to voice their ideas and beliefs, and try to influence public opinion and effect social change in a peaceful manner.
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60 Second Civics: Freedom of Speech Pt. 11: Supreme Court Limits Free Expression
Explains the ways the Supreme Court has set limits to freedom of the press and speech.
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60 Second Civics: Freedom of Speech Pt. 12: Unfair Discrimination and Speech
Explains the guidelines established by the Supreme Court on restrictions to free expression.
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60 Second Civics: Freedom of Speech Pt. 13: Time, Place, and Manner Restrictions
The Supreme Court has analyzed time, place, and manner restrictions to free expression and stated that these must be content-neutral and fairly applied.
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60 Second Civics: Freedom of Speech Pt. 15: Least Restrictive Means
The Supreme Court has ruled that restrictions to freedom of expression should be as specific and narrow as possible so as not to limit expression beyond that particular situation.
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60 Second Civics: Freedom of Speech Pt.16: Freedom of Expression in Times of War
Throughout American history, there have been instances of freedom of expression being limited during times of war.
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60 Second Civics: Freedom of Speech Pt. 17: The Brandenburg Test
Until 2001, the Supreme Court was fairly tolerant of provocative and inflammatory speech. The Brandenberg v. Ohio case of 1969 set the guidelines for limiting free political expression to when it was likely to incite others to commit...
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60 Second Civics: Freedom to Assemble Pt. 8: Restrictions on Free Assembly
Discusses freedom of assembly and some restrictions that were put into place by the Supreme Court.
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60 Second Civics: Freedom to Assemble Pt. 9: Assembly and Restrictions
A discussion of two criteria for deciding time, place, and manner restrictions in freedom of assembly cases.
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60 Second Civics:freedom to Assemble Pt.10: Introduction to Right of Association
Discusses the right of association and the various forms it can take.
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60 Second Civics: Freedom to Assemble Pt. 12: Gov. Regulation of Private Groups
Discusses when the right to associate in private groups means one's choice is not restricted, and situations where there needs to be some government regulation.
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60 Second Civics: Freedom to Assemble Pt. 13: Examples of Regulation of Groups
The government at times must require private groups to comply with anti-discrimination laws. This regulation can conflict with the right to live with minimal government interference.
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60 Second Civics: Episode 1689: Protecting Religious Freedom
Religious freedom wasn't always protected in America. Learn more on today's podcast.
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60 Second Civics:can Government Limit the Way You Practice Your Religion?
The government can't tell you what to believe, but it can limit certain religious practices. Find out more on today's 60-Second Civics.