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Freedom of Expression

To speak or not to speak, that is the question: Free speech is a sword, not a shield

From the Newsletter
Ken Mandzuik

An article appearing in the Manitoban at the University of Manitoba on November 3, 2008 led to a flurry of debate over whether the article should have been published with the disputed word in place. (The article can be found at http://www.themanitoban.com/comments/its-time-prioritize-our-children.) Ken Mandzuik, MARL’s Immediate Past President, responded with the following commentary.

Feb 06, 2009 :: 

Freedom of Speech - a cornerstone of civil liberties

From the Newsletter
Shereese Qually

"Freedom of expression is the matrix, the indispensable condition, of nearly every other form of freedom." Benjamin Cardozo, US jurist (1870-1938)

Mar 04, 2006 :: 

Presentation to the Legislative Standing Committee on Bill 41 - The Profits of Criminal Notoriety Act, May 2004

May 11, 2004

I am happy to appear once again on behalf of the Manitoba Association for Rights and Liberties. MARL is a non-profit group, founded in 1978, dedicated to advocacy and education in aspects of human rights and civil liberties affecting Manitobans. This submission is based in part on contributions made by volunteers with MARL's Charter Rights and Legislative Review Committee.

May 10, 2004 :: 

2. Perspectives on Freedom of Speech

Talk About Rights

Background

The Charter of Rights and Freedoms protects "freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression." Commonly known as "the freedom of speech," it confirms the right of citizens to express their thoughts through speech, writing, print, and other forms of communication.

Jul 11, 2003 ::