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“Freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and freedom of religion all have a double aspect – freedom of thought and freedom of action.”… Login to continue reading Login…
“Freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and freedom of religion all have a double aspect – freedom of thought and freedom of action.”… Login to continue reading Login…
In 1798, Thomas Jefferson wrote: “One of the amendments to the Constitution…expressly declares that ‘Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion,… Login to continue reading Login…
“I begin to feel like most Americans don’t understand the First Amendment, don’t understand the idea of freedom of speech, and don’t understand that… Login to continue reading Login…
“If men are to be precluded from offering their sentiments on a matter which may involve the more serious and alarming consequences that can… Login to continue reading Login…
Police officers, firemen and other assorted sober Jacksonville residents reported seeing a mysterious airship pass over the city during the evening of April 10,… Login to continue reading Login…
Gov. William G. Stratton’s years were not untouched by scandal, but it must be stressed this scandal did not involve the governor or his… Login to continue reading Login…
Gov. William G. Stratton’s years were not untouched by scandal, but it must be stressed this scandal did not involve the governor or his… Login to continue reading Login…
By Leigh Morris Though born in Los Angeles, Adlai E. Stevenson II belonged to Illinois. Named in honor of his grandfather, former U.S.… Login to continue reading Login…
By Leigh Morris Richard Yates,son of Civil War Gov. Richard Yates served as governor from 1901 to 1905. Yates had the distinction of… Login to continue reading Login…
“Where do Illinois governors go after leaving office? Prison!” Folks in Wisconsin like to tell this old joke, but it is far, far… Login to continue reading Login…