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America at 250: A History of Government Trying to Mute Free Speech

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The First Amendment was ratified in 1791. Just seven years later, Congress passed the Alien and Sedition Acts, making it a crime to criticize the federal government. Since then, nearly every generation has been told that “this” crisis—war, communism, terrorism, or COVID—justifies limiting speech “for the greater good.” The slogans change. The excuses evolve. But one lesson has remained remarkably consistent for 250 years: governments don’t usually attack free speech head-on—they simply find a reason why yours should be the exception.

Speaking Behind Enemy Lines In Oregon, Tale #88: One Type Of Censorship

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Speaking Behind Enemy Lines In Oregon, Tale #88: One Type Of Censorship

Since Democrat policies are so illogical and destructive, the only way they can get Americans to vote for them is to censor everyone with a contrary thought. This type of censorship has been going on for decades on college campuses, but is relatively new for private venues.

Living Behind Enemy Lines In Oregon, Tale #85: Lake Oswego Cinema Owner Succumbs To Stage Five Trump Derangement Syndrome

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Living Behind Enemy Lines In Oregon, Tale #85: Lake Oswego Cinema Owner Succumbs To Stage Five Trump Derangement Syndrome

The only theater in the Portland suburb of Lake Oswego, population 39,599, lost its rights to screen “Melania” after their hatred of Trump supporters was displayed on their marquee: “To defeat your enemy. You must know them. Melania” and “Does Melania wear Prada? Find out on Friday!”