Summertime for… Censorship?
Students at summer art school programs run into some unique censorship problems.
Northwestern Prof Resigns Over Censorship Scandal
A prominent Northwestern University professor resigns in the wake of a censorship scandal involving a faculty magazine.
Mayor Appoints Would-Be Censor to Library Board
Can a trustee be trusted when he has tried to censor in the past? Residents of Downers Grove were asking that questions when the mayor nominated Arthur Jaros, Jr. to the village’s Library Board.
Straight Outta Compton’s Censorship Lesson
The popular film Straight Outta Compton offers a glimpse at the music censorship battles of that era, when a song's lyrics could warrant a letter from the FBI.
Here We Go Again: Video Games and Violence
The American Psychological Association released a long-awaited report on video games and violence. But is it really just "junk science?"
“The First Amendment Means Everything to Me” — Remembering Julian Bond
The civil rights leader was a free speech champion.
“Preacher Pimp” Protested in Georgia–But Museum Holds Firm
An artwork draws protest from local clergy in Georgia. But the museum where it is displayed is standing firm.
Americans Love… Censorship?
Are Americans really embracing book banning? A new poll seems to say so. But there are some important caveats.
‘Curious’ Censorship in Tallahassee High School
A Florida high school selected an award-winning novel for its school-wide summer reading list. But a few parents objected to some of the language in the book, and it was promptly pulled.
National Groups Oppose South Carolina ‘Some Girls’ Censorship
One parent called an award-winning young adult novel "smut"-- and her complaint was enough to have it removed from a summer reading list for honors students.
Did the College Board Cave to Political Pressure Over AP History?
After months of pressure, the College Board has released a new framework for teaching AP US History. Does this mean the political pressure tactics worked?
Untangling the Steven Salaita Case
By now, the controversy over University of Illinois Chancellor Phyllis Wise's August 1, 2014 decision to terminate the faculty appointment of Professor Steven Salaita has gone viral. A multitude of opinions have poured forth from blogs, news stories, editorials, and protest letters. The debate brings into focus the continuing problem of efforts by adamantly pro-Israel groups to suppress campus protests [...]
Free Speech Groups Condemn Firing of LSU Professor
NCAC and FIRE weigh in on the controversy over the firing of LSU professor Teresa Buchanan, who reportedly told a number of jokes that some students found uncomfortable.