1st Amendment-freedom of

speech
 What is the 1st Amendment?

The First Amendment is the cornerstone of our democracy, safeguarding

fundamental freedoms essential to an open society
1st Amendment-text
 Historical background

Founding Fathers and Debates at the Constitutional

Convention (1787)
 Historical background

 James Madison Thomas Jefferson

 Freedom of speech

Freedom of speech is the fundamental right to

express opinions, ideas, and information without
interference or censorship by the government.
 Limitations and restrictions

 Incitement to Violence or Lawless Action

 Obscenity
 Defamation
 Hate Speech
 Child Pornography
 Commercial Speech
 Time, Place, and Manner Restrictions
 National Security
 Concept of "Clear and Present Danger"

This means that if your speech creates an immediate

and serious risk of harm, especially in situations like
promoting violence, the government may restrict it.
Landmark Cases Shaping Freedom of Speech

Tinker v. Des Moines (1969):

Landmark Cases Shaping Freedom of Speech

Brandenburg v. Ohio (1969):

 Influence of Freedom of Speech on Society

 Shaping Societal Norms:

 Influence: Free speech allows individuals to challenge existing norms
and advocate for change, shaping societal values over time.
 Influence of Freedom of Speech on Society

 Cultural Discourse:
 Influence: Freedom of speech fosters a rich and diverse cultural
discourse by allowing the expression of various perspectives, ideas, and
artistic creations.
 Influence of Freedom of Speech on Society

 Promoting Diversity of Thought:

 Role: Free speech is a catalyst for promoting diversity of thought,
ensuring that a variety of perspectives are heard and considered.
 Influence of Freedom of Speech on Society

 Fostering Innovation:
 Role: The freedom to express unconventional ideas and challenge the
status quo is crucial for fostering innovation in various fields.