First Amendment
Springfield AWC embraces issues relating to the First Amendment and the Progress of Women.
Articles in the chapter newsletter and one luncheon program each year update members on these issues.
In 1791 the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution established a worldwide precedent in 45 words:
"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances." |
AWC communicators regard these rights as essential American values and we encourage members and citizens to GRASP those rights.
Grievance
Religion
Assembly
Speech
Press
Learn More About the First Amendment
These organizations work to preserve and protect First Amendment freedoms through information and education.
Freedom Forum
The First Amendment Center
National Freedom of Information Coalition
Free expression issues at Freedom of Information Center
Current news and happenings, see First Amendment Watch.
Background information at First Amendment Library
Youth opinions at Future of the First Amendment
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