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If you’re a regular reader of this newsletter, you know that October is the best month, by far, and no other month even comes close. The weather, the leaves, football … it’s perfect. And I feel that way despite the fact that Halloween is the worst holiday. *ducks* I know my position may surprise you, […]
October is the best month of the year. It’s a fact. The weather is the best, the leaves are changing, football is in full swing, and the U.S. Supreme Court returns to session. The Court has only filled about half of its case load for the 2022-2023 term. And it already looks like a significant […]
It’s that time of year. September is when college rankings start to get real. No, I’m not referring to the return of University of Alabama football (though that’s certainly up there). I’m talking about the 2022 College Free Speech rankings by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (a.k.a FIRE, formerly known as the Foundation […]
The U.S. Constitution “needs a strong defense.” Yes, I’m borrowing the line from Hamilton. But years later, unfortunately, it remains true. These days, the Constitution doesn’t seem like it’d win any popularity contests. Source: Echelon Insights survey Some suggest that the Constitution — written by white men who lived and died centuries ago — should be […]
Ten years ago, a gunman tried to kill me and others because of our religious and political views. I worked for a religious liberty organization that rented space from another group, the Family Research Council. The shooter was miraculously stopped in the lobby by an unarmed guard, likely saving the lives of dozens – myself […]
Kids across the country are returning to school. And a recent Supreme Court decision may affect the future of their education. Carson v. Makin was arguably this Supreme Court term’s biggest free speech and civil liberties decision, protecting the rights of millions of children and their families to make decisions about their education without discrimination […]
It may still feel like summer, but some states have already started the new school year, and I’m in the middle of college tours and trying to cope with the reality that my oldest child will soon be choosing where to go. So free speech on campus is at the top of my mind at […]
There’s never a full reprieve from free speech controversies. But whether it’s because fewer legislatures are in session or because students aren’t on campus, July and August tend to be relatively quiet periods for free speech. This gives us an opportunity to look at some recent work of my colleagues and our partners, as well […]
Violence is not a right and is never justified. Unfortunately, it feels increasingly common. Nearly 50 years after Roe v. Wade was decided, the Supreme Court — less than two weeks ago — overturned the decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. This decision, and the issue at its heart, is one that inspires […]
