These are the basic rights you have under the First Amendment, in 2005 language. After you read them, put the First Amendment in your own words on the blog. See how your ideas compare to others' perspectives.
Decisions by the U.S. Supreme Court have changed the practical application of the First Amendment over the years. Check out our student rights page to read decisions the Supreme Court has made affecting high school students' rights.

The First Amendment Blog is produced by students in the University of Kentucky College of Journalism and Telecommunications, JOU 532--Journalism Ethics class.