
Humor, Satire: Making the Political ‘Cut,’ From Our Earliest Days
The great American tradition of humor and satire that has marked virtually every election season.
Parody, Satire and the First Amendment - Freedom Forum
Sep 4, 2025 · Are parody and satire free speech protected by the First Amendment? Yes, the First Amendment protects free speech, including expressions of parody and satire to mimic and make fun …
11 of the Most Famous Political Cartoons in US History
Oct 23, 2025 · We highlight 11 famous political cartoons from throughout history and discuss why they’re protected by the First Amendment.
'South Park' keeps tying Trump to Satan. What to know about satire …
Sep 5, 2025 · Satire is protected by the First Amendment right to free speech. Experts told USA TODAY that political satire like “South Park’s” has some of the greatest constitutional protection, though there …
Are Bumper Stickers Free Speech? - Freedom Forum
One of the more common forms of personal expression is the bumper sticker. It is an inexpensive way for people to convey political messages, support their favorite sports team, engage in parody or …
Freedom of Petition - Freedom Forum
Only the government is bound by the First Amendment to protect freedom of petition. Requirements to sponsor a political or public purpose petition of the government vary from state to state. Start by …
When, Where and How Political Signs Can Be Restricted
Can political signs be restricted? Or are they like most other forms of speech that have broad protections against government censorship?
Breaking Down 8 First Amendment Topics From VP Debate
Oct 2, 2024 · For example, comedic fake news outlets The Onion and Babylon Bee knowingly publish information that isn't true, but they do it in the form of parody and satire and in a way that is meant as …
What Speech Is Protected by the First Amendment? - Freedom Forum
Political yard signs Handing out fliers Clothing Symbolic speech, like burning a flag or wearing a black armband The right not to speak, such as a refusal to say the Pledge of Allegiance Donations of …
Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II: Honoring Decades of Free Expression
Jun 4, 2024 · Freedom Forum is honoring Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II at the annual Free Expression Awards in Washington, D.C.