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Free Speech and Freedom of the Press
Freedom of speech and freedom of the press are constitutionally protected rights that prevent government censorship, allowing for the expression of ideas through speaking, writing, and media.
“There’s a reason why the First Amendment to the Constitution protects a free press, because we play a unparalleled role in a democracy, in a free society, and that’s not something that I take lightly...”
Nikole Hannah-Jones
"Freedom of speech and freedom of the press are not just constitutional rights—they are tools of liberation. In a time when narratives shape realities, Black media is more essential than ever. We are the storytellers, the truth-keepers, and the cultural archivists. Our voices don't just report the moment—they move the movement."
Greg Hedgepeth
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