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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…

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   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…

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   “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…

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   “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…

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    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…

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    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…

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    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…

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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…

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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…

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    “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…