Tag: First Amendment
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Outspoken Miami U.S. judge Altman on the ‘right’ side of Hamas-Israel war easily deflects ethics complaint
By Noreen Marcus
FloridaBulldog.org
A South Florida federal judge is publicizing his own book that defends Israel against claims of genocide in Gaza after the 2023 Hamas invasion. He calls the head-covering Palestinians wear a “terror scarf.” -
Canceled leaders of Florida ACLU take on national ACLU to win autonomy and freedom to honor the First Amendment
By Noreen Marcus
FloridaBulldog.org
A messy fight between the ACLU’s national office and Florida affiliate has spilled over into Sarasota circuit court, where ousted state board members are trying to regain their clout. -
New anti-protest laws in Florida, Oklahoma cast long shadow on First Amendment rights
By Carrie Levins
Center for Public Integrity
Tiffany Crutcher was worried. Oklahoma lawmakers had passed a new measure stiffening penalties for protesters who block roadways and granting immunity to drivers who unintentionally hit them. The state NAACP, saying the law was passed in response to racial justice demonstrations and could chill the exercising of First Amendment rights, filed a federal lawsuit challenging portions of it. But the new law was only weeks from taking effect. -
Judge launches search for leaker in huge case pitting 9/11 families against Saudi Arabia
By Dan Christensen
FloridaBulldog.org -
Florida’s new ‘anti-riot’ law is also anti-city
By Dan Christensen
FloridaBulldog.org
Florida’s controversial new “anti-riot’’ law that opponents say puts an unconstitutional chill on legitimate protest by ratcheting up the power of police to crack down on demonstrators could end up hitting unsuspecting taxpayers in the pocket. -
It’s time to stand up for your rights to free speech and open government
By Dan Christensen
FloridaBulldog.org
Florida Bulldog rarely publishes opinion, but today we stand publicly with thousands of reporters, editors and others who bring you the news to remind you – our readers – of the crucial work done by journalists on your behalf.
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