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Tag: Free Speech
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‘New York Times’ sues Pentagon over media restrictions
The fundamental struggle between a free press and government control is playing out right now at the Pentagon. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recently implemented a policy demanding that credentialed journalists pledge not to report any unauthorized information, even if it’s unclassified. Seeing[...]
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On This Day | Cancel the Liberal Over Tolerating a Communist Idea on Campus
Either there are some desirable points about communism which we have overlooked or there is serious question as to the desirability of Mr. Frank continuing to occupy the position which he now holds. -- November 6, 1930 | The Ward County Independent[...]
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Port: Does the First Amendment protect quackery?
North Dakota nearly rolled back its restrictions on conversion therapy this year — a reminder that old battles rarely stay settled. Now, a case before the U.S. Supreme Court could decide whether states have the authority to regulate such practices at all.[...]
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Statement from NPR on Pentagon’s Press Policy
NPR will never be party to limitations on the independence of the press and the objective, fact-based reporting of our journalists. We will not sign the Administration's restrictive policy that asks reporters to undermine their commitment of providing trustworthy, independent journalism to[...]
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On This Day | Opinions From the Greatest Generation
If Mr. Roosevelt has complete control of the news released he can be president as long as he wills and can choose his successor. War in this poor column's humble opinion can be won by better publicity. One man control is what's[...]
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On This Day | Free Speech Disavowed
Mr. Townley said today that when a rumor was heard that Senator LaFollette would change his subject and talk on war, a delegation was sent to wait upon him, and was given positive assurances that he would talk on the assigned topics,[...]
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Counterpoint: Smithsonian Should Not Propagate Ideology
For an alternate viewpoint, see “Point: Yes, Trump Is Censoring History.” President Trump is right. The Smithsonian is “out of control.” And it should be a concern to all Americans, whether you agree with Trump on other issues or not. It is[...]
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Point: Yes, Trump Is Censoring History
For an alternate viewpoint, see “Counterpoint: Smithsonian Should Not Propagate Ideology.” On the eve of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Trump administration is rewriting history by wielding the tools of censorship and erasure. At the[...]
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West Point Faculty Speech Policy Draws Constitutional Challenge
A longtime West Point law professor is taking the academy to court, arguing that new rules requiring faculty to seek approval before outside speaking engagements violate the First Amendment. Tim Bakken, who has taught at the academy for 25 years, filed a[...]
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On This Day | Free Speech Opposed By Farmers Union
The U. S. Supreme Court has been asked to review the decision of the North Dakota Supreme Court in which the state court affirmed dismissal of a libel action against WDAY-TV, in Fargo. -- August 21, 1958 | The Ward County Independent[...]
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Self-censorship and the ‘spiral of silence’: Why Americans are less likely to publicly voice their opinions on political issues
In a country built on free speech, more Americans are choosing silence. Political polarization has frayed not just our public discourse but our willingness to speak at all—at family dinners, in community forums, and even among friends. According to political scientist James[...]
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Teaching the Holocaust Just Got Harder in Mississippi
The most dangerous moment in any classroom often comes with a single word: "Why?" When a Holocaust educator shows students a death registry with a black line drawn through her great-uncle's name, that inevitable question opens the door to understanding—but under Mississippi's[...]
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Now Is the Time to Stand Up for Press Freedom
The press isn’t perfect, but a free and fair one is essential to democracy. Yet, politicians on both the left and right have found it convenient to take swings at journalists—whether it's a mayor lashing out after a tragedy or a former[...]
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Media petition North Dakota Supreme Court for expanded access to Greenpeace trial
A trial involving the Dakota Access Pipeline is drawing significant attention as media organizations push for expanded access. Judge James Gion has restricted photography, video, and audio recording during the proceedings in Morton County, citing witness concerns. Media attorney Jack McDonald has[...]
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Jury hears opening statements in bellwether trial between Dakota Access Pipeline owner and Greenpeace
A high-stakes courtroom battle is unfolding in Mandan, North Dakota, where pipeline giant Energy Transfer is suing Greenpeace for $300 million over its role in the Dakota Access Pipeline protests. The case, deemed the most complex civil trial in state history, could[...]