FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION

 

Freedom of expression has gained different meanings, it doesn’t limit itself to just what people say, but also what they write and do. We are about to analyze it little by little.

Freedom of religion: the first amendment prevents the government from setting up or establishing an official religion of the country. American citizens are free to attend any congregation they please. They can also choose not to go to any of the congregations, as well. Freedom of speech: it stops the government to repress what people say, feel, or think. People have the right to speak up, share their opinions, and criticize the government.

Freedom of the press: it means people have to right to get information from many sources. The government does not control what it is shown on TV, what is said on the radio, what is printed in books or newspapers, nor what is offered online. People can request time on TV, send letters to newspapers to be printed, also pass out leaflets stating their opinions, or post it on the internet. Freedom of Assembly: people can get together in private and public gatherings. And they can join different groups for religion, social, recreational, or political reasons. The right to petition: American citizens can ask the government to make adjustments or changes in the government. They can do it by collecting signatures and sending them to the representatives. That way they can lobby the government.