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In which type of government would free speech be the most threatening?
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Why is it important for the government to not own the press?
Because it would be censored. You would loose free speech.
What do courts try to determine before they rule on whether the government can limit First Amendment free speech rights in a certain situation?
whether one person's exercise of free speech would infringe on other citizens' rights
What restricted free speech and allowed the government to arrest war opponents?
The Espionage Act of 1917.
What are the dangers of Free Speech?
Possibily being heard by your government and then seeing results which create a better nation.
Which statement best summarizes the evolution of the Supreme Court's interpretation of free speech during the 20th century?
over time, the supreme court became less likely to allow restrictions on free speech
What is the limits of free speech?
Free speech in America ends when what you are saying is illegal. Something that is threatening or dangerous is illegal, like screaming "Fire!" in a crowded theatre. The limits of free speech are defined by the government. For example, under Mao, speaking against the government was punishable by death.
In what types of government would free speech be restricted?
communist, dictatorship
When can government restric your right to free speech?
never its a free country you have a free speech..
Why is it important for the government to not own the press?
Because it would be censored. You would loose free speech.
What is one reason some types of speech are not free?
Speech is extremely free in America, degrading someone or insulting someone in a threatening or financially dangerous way is what's hammered down upon.
Can the government put limits on how you practice your belief?
depends on which government the US government can't because of free speech and free right to practice your religion
What do courts try to determine before they rule on whether the government can limit First Amendment free speech rights in a certain situation?
whether one person's exercise of free speech would infringe on other citizens' rights
When can the government limit speech?
The gov't can limit free speech or press if the communication is advertising. Commercial Speech is protected by the 1st and 14th Amendment.
What type of government would most likely abolish all opposing political parties the direct election of leaders and free speech?
autocratic
When has the US Supreme Court upheld laws against seditious speech?
Seditious speech is that which is anti-government and is treasonous. The Constitution protects free speech no matter the subject, unless the speech is meant to incite violence or overthrow of the government.
Should the government censor music?
They couldn't if they wanted to. Freedom of free speech..
What is one reason that some types of speeches are not free?
Speech is extremely free in America, degrading someone or insulting someone in a threatening or financially dangerous way is what's hammered down upon.
