John Stuart Mill emphasized the importance of free speech for the pursuit of truth, arguing that silencing ideas, even those deemed false, hampers society's ability to engage in open discourse and discover truth. In contrast, Alexander Meiklejohn viewed the First Amendment as primarily serving the function of self-governance, asserting that free expression is essential for informed citizen participation in democracy. Both perspectives highlight the foundational role of free speech in fostering a robust and participatory society, though they focus on different aspects of its significance.
It was first discussed in 1868, under President Ulysses S. Grant. It passed Congress in 1869 and was ratified by the states in 1870.
The twenty-first amendment repeals the eighteenth amendment.
The First Amendment was created in 1766.
who didn't want the first amendment
They are separate amendments. Freedom of speech and press is the 1st amendment. The second amendment is the Freedom of religion.
The first amendment is the freedom of speech and press.
1st amendment
No. Scholars have been around since the dawn of time.
The Twenty-First Amendment brought an end to Prohibition (the Eighteenth Amendment). The Twenty-first amendment was ratified on December 5, 1933.
1869
The First Amendment was adopted on December 15, 1791.
Begin with an explanation of the first amendment.