Freedom Of Speech

Silenced Lawmaker Gets Huge Outpouring Of Support

“They want to silence women on it. I absolutely think this is about a war on women, ” said State Rep. Lisa Brown, who was barred from speaking in the Michigan House after using the word “vagina” during a debate over anti-abortion legislation.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/06/26

Office Defends Censorship: ‘Context’ Was Problem With Rep’s Use Of ‘V-Word’

The Speaker of the House’s office is defending the decision to reprimanded a state lawmaker who said “vagina” during a discussion on the House floor.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/06/15

Michigan Rep. Censored For Use Of ‘V-Word’

A West Bloomfield State Representative has been censored for comments she made during a House session.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/06/14

Terry Jones is seen outside Dearborn City Hall (WWJ Photo/Stephanie Davis)

Terry Jones Sues Dearborn Over Pre-Protest Letter

A Florida minister whose rhetoric against Muslims has inflamed anti-Western sentiment in Afghanistan has sued the City of Dearborn, saying it is violating his free speech rights by asking him to sign an agreement before a planned protest outside a mosque.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/04/03

Rev. Terry Jones taken into custody after refusing to pay a $1 bond set by Dearborn judge in 'Peace Bond' case. (WWJ's Mike Campbell)

Pastor Jones Returns To Protest

A week after a court order shuts down a Controversial Florida Pastor’s protest at a Dearborn mosque he returns, with a protest scheduled for Friday night.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2011/04/29