America’s Unique Status as a Free Speech Country
45:43
Grades: 6 - 12
Video Description: Diana Bartelli Carlin, creator of the national research project, Debate Watch, offers her analysis of, and experiences with, America’s unique status as a country that promotes and protects free speech, unlike most other nations in the world.
Type of Video: Interview*
Unique Video ID: First Amendment-6**
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*Interviews feature extended conversation exploring fascinating topics with fascinating people in the area of study.
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