Free speech zone
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In the United States, free speech zones are areas set aside in public places for the purpose of political protesting. The First Amendment to the United States Constitution states that "Congress shall
Police on Union Street in Seattle during the 1999 WTO conference. The WTO protests catalyzed a number of changes in the way law enforcement deals with protesters.
Falun Gong protesters inside a fenced-off free speech zone at the 2000 Presidential Debate at Washington University in St. Louis
A "First Amendment Area" at the Muir Woods National Monument.
The free speech area on the campus of Texas Woman's University (above) and the sign that demarcates it (below).
Speakers' Corner, Singapore
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The Speakers' Corner is an outdoor venue located within Hong Lim Park, Singapore, where people can demonstrate, hold exhibitions and performances, and speak freely on most topics. It was launched on 1
Free speech zone
…or sentenced to "re-education through labor". In the Philippines, public spaces that are designated as free speech zones are called freedom parks. Speakers' Corner in Singapore opened in 2000 for lawful outdoor demonstrations and processions as a means of political expression. Protest permit…
Speakers' Corner at Hong Lim Park
Hong Lim Park was chosen as the location for Speakers' Corner as, among other reasons, it was a historical venue for political speeches and rallies
Speakers' Corner at Hong Lim Park in April 2006
Chee Soon Juan