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Verb.
The word principle is a noun. The plural form is principles.
freedom of speech
Freedom of speech
Speech writers get information from the internet and from the books that they read.
federalism
Yes, the US Supreme Court has ruled that Flag burning is a protected form of speech.
A situation that would violate the 1st amendment would be stifling free speech.
Homophobia, much like racism or sexism, does not violate anyone's rights by itself. However, acting on homophobic feelings may lead people to violate each other's rights in a variety of ways, most notably through hate crimes, but also through discrimination and hate speech.
Freedom of speech for individuals and lawmakers
Thomas Jefferson in his Inaugural Speech
The principle that was weakened was Congressional Immunity. The Watergate scandal effectively reduced the protections provided by the Speech and Debate Clause.