About Free Speech Week
Free Speech: The Language of America®
Created in 2005 and originally called National Freedom of Speech Week, Free Speech Week (FSW) takes place the third week of October annually. Its purpose is to raise public awareness of the importance of freedom of speech and of a free press in our democracy – and to celebrate that freedom. This non-partisan, non-ideological event is intended to be a unifying celebration.
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“One of the finest museums in Washington is about to shut its doors. The lessons it taught us will remain long after the last visitor heads home.” Former editor of @USATODAY, Ken Paulson, reflects on its enduring impact. https://bit.ly/34HhaJ5
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“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.”