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Free Speech Under Fire: The ACLU Challenge to "Protest Zones"
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USAction Joins Nationwide Lawsuit to Challenge Use of "Protest Zones"; Charges Administration Used Barriers to Silence Anti-Bush Sentiments
USAction, a progressive activist organization dedicated to winning social and economic justice for all, represents over three million members in 33 affiliates, with statewide organizations in 23 states. We advocate for affordable healthcare and public education, promoting corporate responsibility and making the country's tax system fairer. We achieve these goals through voter mobilization, public education, legislative lobbying and direct actions, including protests. We firmly believe in exercising our First Amendment rights.

Free Speech Under Fire: The ACLU Challenge to "Protest Zones"
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Racist arrests in Tulia, Texas

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Victims of Police Attack During Anti-War Protest at Oakland Port Speak Out

Victims of Police Attack During Anti-War Protest at Oakland Port Speak Out

ACLU of Northern California Says Police's Unjustified and Unprovoked Use of Dangerous Weapons Against Demonstrators "Will Not Be Tolerated"

Victims of Police Attack During Anti-War Protest at Oakland Port Speak Out

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