The first amendment What it is and how it affects American journalism

First amendment to the united states constitution Collectively called the “Bill of Rights” – Protects freedom of religion – Protects freedom of speech – Protects right to assemble Adopted December 15, 1791 Drafted by James Madison

What is the first amendment? “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.” Check out this tune about the First Amendment

Assignment: court case 1 Google the following cases and answer the questions Hazelwood vs. Kulhmeier Questions: 1.What is the Hazelwood case? 2.What was argued? 3.Who won? 4.Why was it important to first amendment rights?

Assignment: court case 2 Tinker vs. Des Moines Independent Community School District Questions: 1.What is the Tinker case? 2.What was argued? 3.Who won? 4.Why was it important to first amendment rights? Title it [ last name ] Court Case 1[ class period ] and turn to Mr. Nigrelli via Google Drive by the end of class on the following dates: Case 1 – 2/25 Case 2 – 2/27