The Prairie News

Free Speech Zones

Savannah Wesley, Former Editor-in-Chief • November 12, 2019

Interpretation of freedom of speech often leads people to think that they can say whatever, whenever, and wherever they want and however they want to. Contrary to that belief, there are limitations...

What’s the word, WT? The First Amendment

Jadeyn Arthur, Junior Reporter • March 6, 2019

College and high school students have the added pressure of being the “future world leaders”. With this title comes a lot of responsibility. It’s important to know what rights we have...

Changing perceptions of the First Amendment?

Joanna Lowry, Senior Reporter • September 23, 2018

The First Amendment in the United States Constitution guarantees freedom of religion, press, speech, peaceful assembly and petition. Over the course of the past months, there have been issues...

Apple’s Fight For The First Amendment

Editorial Board • March 22, 2016

“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...

Understanding the First Amendment is essential

November 5, 2014

Over the past ten years, there have been numerous world events that have made headlines across multiple media outlets. There have been new presidents elected, votes concerning gay marriage and Ebola outbreaks,...