Description: How Free Speech Saved Democracy by Christopher M. Finan, Randall Kennedy Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description "A historical demonstration of the indispensability of the First Amendment and ... an earnest and timely argument for its enduring value." -Kirkus Reviews"Great storytelling about the history and importance of the First Amendment, from someone who has spent his life defending - and using - it." -Mary Beth TinkerFree speech is not an obstacle to change- it is the way change happens"A historical demonstration of the indispensability of the First Amendment and ... an earnest and timely argument for its enduring value." -Kirkus Reviews"Great storytelling about the history and importance of the First Amendment, from someone who has spent his life defending - and using - it." -Mary Beth TinkerFree speech is not an obstacle to change- it is the way change happensUncovering vivid and engaging stories about First Amendment pioneers, How Free Speech Saved Democracy shows how their struggle made possible the surging protests that aim to expand democracy today.How Free Speech Saved Democracy is a revealing reminder that First Amendment rights have often been curtailed in efforts to block progress, and that current measures to reduce hurtful language and to end hate speech could backfire on those who promote them.To those who see free speech as a threat to democracy, Finan offers engaging evidence from a long and sometimes challenging history of free speech in America to show how free speech has been essential to expanding democracy.From the beginning of American history, free speech has been used to advocate for change. In the 19th century, abolitionists, advocates for womens rights, and leaders of the labor movement had to fight for free speech. In the 20th century, the civil rights and anti-war movements expanded free speech, creating a shield for every protest movement we see today.Written by a historian who became a full-time defender of civil liberties and has spent four decades advocating for the rights of victims of censorship, this book grew out of Finans desire to address the declining support for free speech that is occurring as our country becomes increasingly polarized.Through his evocative storytelling Finan demonstrates how the most effective antidote for the growth of hate speech and violence is support for and cultivation of the robust alternative of free speech. Author Biography Christopher M. Finan has been involved in the fight against censorship for 35 years. He is executive director of the National Coalition Against Censorship and the former president of the American Booksellers Foundation for Free Expression. After working as a newspaper reporter, he studied American history at Columbia University, where he received his Ph.D. in 1992. He is the author of Alfred E. Smith- The Happy Warrior, Drunks- An American History, and From the Palmer Raids to the Patriot Act- A History of the Fight for Free Speech in America, winner of the American Library Associations Eli M. Oboler Award.Randall Kennedy is the Michael R. Klein Professor at Harvard Law School. He is the author of Say It Loud!- On Race, Law, History, and Culture and six previous books. Details ISBN 1586422987 ISBN-13 9781586422981 Title How Free Speech Saved Democracy Author Christopher M. Finan, Randall Kennedy Format Paperback Year 2022 Pages 192 Publisher Steerforth Press GE_Item_ID:141748568; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys
Price: 18.94 USD
Location: Fairfield, Ohio
End Time: 2024-12-21T04:54:17.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
Product Images
Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
ISBN-13: 9781586422981
Type: NA
Publication Name: NA
Book Title: How Free Speech Saved Democracy : The Untold History of How the First Amendment Became an Essential Tool for Securing Liberty and Social Justice
Number of Pages: 192 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Steerforth Press
Item Height: 0.6 in
Publication Year: 2022
Topic: General, American Government / General, United States / General, Political Freedom
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Political Science, History
Item Weight: 7.6 Oz
Author: Randall Kennedy, Christopher M. Finan
Item Length: 8.5 in
Book Series: Truth to Power Ser.
Item Width: 5.5 in
Format: Trade Paperback
