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Heart of the First Amendment

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First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution in Philadelphia

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National Review

Campaign Speech Lies at the Heart of the First Amendment

Defending the right to political speech, including falsehoods, remains essential despite its unpopularity.

Aug 11, 2026, 10:19 AM National Review

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South Carolina Police Department Faces First Amendment Challenge Over 'Zero Tolerance for Hate Speech' Policy

The Columbia Police Department's social media moderation policy has drawn criticism from a free speech group citing constitutional concerns.

Reason | Aug 11, 2026, 7:47 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Court Rules Suspension of College Student Over Snapchat Comment and Old Shooting Video Violated First Amendment

A federal judge found that Horry Georgetown Technical College's suspension of a student for a Snapchat comment and a year-old shooting range video infringed on her free speech rights.

Reason | Aug 11, 2026, 7:44 AM 1 source Single-source report

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ICE Spent Over $525 Million on Surveillance Tech, Raising First Amendment Concerns

Since early 2025, ICE has invested heavily in monitoring online critics, prompting debate over potential infringements on Americans' free speech rights.

Reason | Aug 7, 2026, 9:20 PM 1 source Single-source report

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ICE Spent Over $525 Million on Surveillance Tech Targeting Online Critics, Raising Free Speech Concerns

New details reveal Immigration and Customs Enforcement's extensive surveillance efforts under the Trump administration, including monitoring and investigating Americans' online speech.

Reason | Aug 7, 2026, 9:03 PM 1 source Single-source report

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James Madison Advocated for Bill of Rights to Limit State Governments

Madison sought to extend constitutional protections against state infringement, a stance later reinforced by the 14th Amendment.

Reason | Aug 6, 2026, 4:37 PM 1 source Single-source report

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James Madison Advocated for Bill of Rights to Limit State Governments

Madison sought to extend constitutional protections against state infringement, a stance later addressed by the 14th Amendment.

Reason | Aug 6, 2026, 4:23 PM 1 source Single-source report

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James Madison Advocated for Limits on State Rights to Protect Bill of Rights

Madison sought to apply several Bill of Rights protections equally to state governments, a principle later enforced by the 14th Amendment.

Reason | Aug 6, 2026, 4:08 PM 1 source Single-source report

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James Madison Advocated for Bill of Rights to Limit State Governments

Before the 14th Amendment, the Bill of Rights restricted only the federal government, leaving states free to impose laws limiting rights. Madison sought to extend these protections to states.

Reason | Aug 6, 2026, 3:52 PM 1 source Single-source report

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James Madison Advocated for Limits on States’ Rights to Protect Bill of Rights

Madison sought to extend key Bill of Rights protections against infringement by state governments, a principle later reinforced by the 14th Amendment.

Reason | Aug 6, 2026, 3:38 PM 1 source Single-source report

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James Madison Advocated for Bill of Rights to Limit State Governments

Madison sought to extend constitutional protections against state infringement, a stance later addressed by the 14th Amendment.

Reason | Aug 6, 2026, 3:23 PM 1 source Single-source report

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James Madison Advocated for Bill of Rights to Limit State Governments

Before the 14th Amendment, the Bill of Rights restricted only the federal government, leaving states free to impose laws limiting freedoms.

Reason | Aug 6, 2026, 3:07 PM 1 source Single-source report

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James Madison Advocated for Bill of Rights to Limit State Powers

Madison sought to extend constitutional protections against state governments, a stance later addressed by the 14th Amendment.

Reason | Aug 6, 2026, 2:52 PM 1 source Single-source report

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James Madison Advocated for Bill of Rights to Limit State Governments

Madison sought to extend constitutional protections against state infringement, a stance later altered by the 14th Amendment.

Reason | Aug 6, 2026, 2:37 PM 1 source Single-source report

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James Madison Advocated for Stronger Limits on State Powers in Bill of Rights

Madison sought to extend key protections of the Bill of Rights to restrict state governments, a stance that shifted only after the 14th Amendment's ratification.

Reason | Aug 6, 2026, 2:21 PM 1 source Single-source report

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James Madison Advocated for Stronger Limits on State Powers in Bill of Rights

Madison sought to extend key protections of the Bill of Rights to apply equally against state governments, anticipating state-level restrictions on freedoms.

Reason | Aug 6, 2026, 2:06 PM 1 source Single-source report

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James Madison Advocated for Bill of Rights to Limit State Powers

Before the 14th Amendment, the Bill of Rights restricted only the federal government, leaving states free to limit rights; Madison sought broader protections.

Reason | Aug 6, 2026, 1:51 PM 1 source Single-source report

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James Madison Advocated for Bill of Rights to Limit State Powers

Madison sought to extend key constitutional protections against state governments, a stance later addressed by the 14th Amendment.

Reason | Aug 6, 2026, 1:35 PM 1 source Single-source report

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James Madison Advocated for Bill of Rights to Limit State Powers

Before the 14th Amendment, states were not bound by the Bill of Rights, a situation James Madison sought to change.

Reason | Aug 6, 2026, 1:20 PM 1 source Single-source report

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James Madison Advocated for Limits on States’ Rights in Bill of Rights

Madison sought to extend protections of the Bill of Rights to restrict state governments, a stance that was only realized after the 14th Amendment.

Reason | Aug 6, 2026, 1:06 PM 1 source Single-source report

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James Madison Advocated for Bill of Rights to Limit State Powers

Madison sought to extend protections of the Bill of Rights against state governments, a stance that was not fully realized until after the 14th Amendment.

Reason | Aug 6, 2026, 12:51 PM 1 source Single-source report

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James Madison Advocated for Bill of Rights to Limit State Powers

Before the 14th Amendment, states could restrict rights protected by the Bill of Rights; Madison sought to extend these protections against state governments.

Reason | Aug 6, 2026, 12:33 PM 1 source Single-source report

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James Madison Advocated for Limits on States’ Rights in Bill of Rights

Madison sought to extend key protections of the Bill of Rights to restrict state governments, a principle later enforced by the 14th Amendment.

Reason | Aug 6, 2026, 12:18 PM 1 source Single-source report

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James Madison Advocated for Bill of Rights to Limit State Powers

Madison sought to extend key constitutional protections against state governments, a stance later addressed by the 14th Amendment.

Reason | Aug 6, 2026, 12:04 PM 1 source Single-source report