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In Christian Evangelical Web Designer Case, PEN America Voices Concern that Supreme Court Ruling Overlooks Risk of Legitimizing Unlawful Discrimination in the Name of Religious Freedom

Press ReleaseJune 30, 2023

"As a free expression organization, PEN America stands against efforts to censor speakers on the basis of viewpoint or to compel speech. When a business entity offering a public… More

In Aftermath of Supreme Court Ruling on Affirmative Action, Higher Ed Must Continue to Value and Support Diversity

Press ReleaseJune 29, 2023

“The mission of the university is best served by a diversity of views, experiences, and identities. To the extent that the Court’s decision weakens the ability of colleges and… More

PEN America Calls Supreme Court Decision in Counterman v. Colorado an “Important and Necessary Protection for Free Expression”

Press ReleaseJune 27, 2023

“Nevertheless,” Ruane said, “we would have preferred a more speech-protective standard than the one announced today for true threats. The recklessness standard, appropriate for a stalking case or other… More

PEN America Applauds Supreme Court Rulings to Protect Free Expression Online

Press ReleaseMay 19, 2023

Liz Woolery, PEN America’s digital policy lead, said: “The Supreme Court got it right today, issuing twin decisions that protect the right to free expression on the internet. As… More

Supreme Court Ruling in Manhattan Community Access Corporation v. Halleck Lays Down Marker on Questions of Liability of Private Acts for First Amendment Violations

Press ReleaseJune 24, 2019

The Supreme Court ruling in Manhattan Community Access Corp. v. Halleck could have implications for questions of company liability for the content shared on media platforms. At a moment… More

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Supreme Court’s Decision on Travel Ban Deals Blow to Exchange of Cultures and Ideas

Press ReleaseJune 26, 2018

"​Open discourse, including the right to in-person exchange, is protected by the First Amendment and is a potent ​​catalyst for cross-cultural​​ understanding, international cooperation, and global progress." More

Supreme Court Weakens Key Protections for Human Rights Defenders

By: Deji Olukotun | April 18, 2013

In Kiobel v. Shell, the high court blunted a powerful statute that provided justice for human rights victims around the world. More

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