Action Quote by Ed Koch
“However, they ignore the fact that the First Amendment is intended to protect only against government sanctions for exercising free speech rights, not private actions.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: New York City Council, 1975
The First Amendment shields against government censorship, not private restrictions.
In simple terms: Free speech protects against state, not private, limits.
Key Takeaway
Know your legal rights.
Themes
law
free speech
government
Mood
cautious
informative
Type
legal
educational
When to use this quote
- media publishing
- online platforms
- employee policies
Key Concepts
constitutional law
civil liberties
Questions to Reflect On
- Can private contracts override free speech?
- How do you address private censorship?
A Different Perspective
Private entities can still limit expression.
