Category: Protesting
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The Modern War on Protest: Criminalizing Dissent in the United States
Introduction Protesting is a fundamental right enshrined in the First Amendment, a cornerstone of democracy that allows citizens to challenge government policies and social injustices. Yet, across the country, this right is under attack. New laws have been enacted to criminalize protest, increase penalties for civil disobedience, and allow law enforcement to use excessive force…