First Amendment (United States)

The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects fundamental freedoms related to speech, religion, press, assembly, and petitioning the government. It ensures individuals can express their opinions without fear of government punishment, practice their religion freely, publish ideas and news, gather peacefully, and request changes from authorities. These protections create a foundation for a free, open society where diverse viewpoints can be shared and disagreements can occur without suppression, fostering democratic dialogue and individual rights.