First Amendment Rights
Freedom of speech, of the press, of association, of assembly and petition — this set of guarantees, protected by the First Amendment, comprises what we refer to as freedom of expression.
What you need to know
2005
We won the Kitzmiller v. Dover Area School District case, that ruled teaching Intelligent Design Creationism as an alternative to evolution in public schools was unconstitutional.
Freedom of speech, of the press, of association, of assembly and petition — this set of guarantees, protected by the First Amendment, comprises what we refer to as freedom of expression.
The ACLU works to make sure that all speech – even messages we vehemently disagree with – has a chance to be heard. We protect the right to leaflet and demonstrate on government property, sidewalks, and parks throughout the state. We oppose spying by federal and local agencies on groups and individuals based on their lawful political and religious beliefs, practices, and associations.
The Latest
ACLU-PA Statement on Passage of Privacy Protection Law for Flock-Style Cameras
Federal Court Vacates Decision Ordering UPenn to Turn Over List of Jewish Employees to Federal Government
ACLU of Pennsylvania Announces Lawsuit After DHS Ignores FOIA Request Regarding “Unmasking” Subpoenas
At Hearing, Attorneys for UPenn Jewish-Affiliated Groups Warn EEOC Subpoena Will Chill a Long List of Constitutional Freedoms
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