Freedom of Expression

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Freedom of Expression

Freedom of Expression

Should our democracy permit hate speech?

Articles and Papers

“Charter of Fundamental Laws and Freedoms: Article 17” (Czech Republic), English Language

“Czech Republic: Criminal Penalties for Discrimination (Articles 198 and 198a),” European Commission against Racism and Intolerance

Congressional Research Service, “First Amendment: Annotations, p. 7, Freedom of Expression: The Philosophical Basis,” The Constitution of the United States of America: Analysis and Interpretation (Washington, DC: Library of Congress, 1992; updated 2000 by FindLaw.com)

“Constitution of Azerbaijan Republic: Article 47: Freedom of Thought and Speech”

Constitutional Rights Foundation, “Should Hate Be Outlawed?” Bill of Rights in Action, 10:3 (Summer 1994, updated July 2000)

“European Convention on Human Rights: Article 10, Freedom of Expression” (Strasbourg: Council of Europe, 1950)

“Law on Provision of Information to the Public”(Lithuania), 2 July 1996 No. I-1418 (as amended by 20 June 2002, No. IX - 972) Lithuanian Language

“Law on Provision of Information to the Public”(Lithuania), 2 July 1996 No. I-1418 (as amended by 20 June 2002, No. IX - 972)

“Russian Constitution: Chapter Two, Rights and Freedoms of Man and Citizen, Article 29”

Lidice Memorial

“Universal Declaration of Human Rights: Article 19.” United Nations, 1948

Willoughby, Ian, “Creator Explains Thinking Behind Controversial Lidice Web “Game,’” Current Affairs (September 6, 2006)

Audio Articles & Websites

Faith and Free Speech Clash at Funerals," National Public Radio. (November 2, 2007)

"Is Hanging a Noose a Hate Crime?" National Public Radio. (October 18, 2007)

Responding to Racism and Hate Crimes," National Public Radio. (October 23, 2007)

Article 19: Global Campaign for Free Expression

"Cases and Resources: Chapter 37: Freedom of Speech," Street Law: A Course in Practical Law. 7th Edition. Glencoe/McGraw-Hill (2001)

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