Asked by ana

why is freedom of speech important im america?

wat are 3 examples of how it protects americans??

plz help...
Answered by Ms. Sue
The most important thing is that we can criticize our government without being punished. You can give speeches and write published articles complaining about the government.

Many positive changes have been made because we have freedom of speech. Candidates for public office and their supporters point out the faults they see in other candidates and the present leaders. The voters get to hear both sides of every story.

Newspapers, TV commentators, internet blogs also keep the public informed about the government.

African-Americans were able to gain their civil rights because they and their leaders, such as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., were able to speak freely without fear of being punished by local leaders.
Answered by ana
thank you very much...once again..you are a great help...
Answered by Ms. Sue
You're very welcome. :-)
Answered by ana
do u have any good websites about freedom of speech...or any other information on it???
Answered by Ms. Sue
Check this site.

http://usinfo.state.gov/products/pubs/principles/speech.htm
Answered by ana
are there any other websites dealing with freedom of speech??
Answered by Ms. Sue
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Free_speech

http://plato.stanford.edu/entries/freedom-speech/

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Answered by Melissa
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Answered by hollister
why is genogoly important?
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