Apparently by taking a knee while the National Anthem is being played disrespects the military, the first responders, law enforcement, the flag and the country. That is what our President would have you believe. Although these athletes are not standing…
It’s for Everyone but You
There is a saying in the law, “Bad facts make bad law”. In essence, some of the worst interpretations of the law come from cases in which the facts are so egregious. The Fourth Amendment Right to be free from…
Loyal Like a Dog
This article is not for those of you who are part of the 36% that are still loyal to President Trump, and actually believe that he is doing a good job. We know there is nothing that we can do…
The Pulse of our Nation, a Gunshot to the foot
In light of the massacre in Orlando at the Pulse nightclub, we are reminded of that powerful slogan, “The only thing that stops a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with a gun”. This mantra is constantly…
Dan Aaronson appears on Newsmax TV
Partner Dan Aaronson was interviewed on Tuesday, June 24, on Newsmax TV. Dan provided his expert knowledge and opinion regarding the topic of whether or not Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker broke the law with his political fundraising tactics. Watch Dan’s…
Sterling Examples of Public Speech
In the last month the American people have been treated to such unfettered speech andexpression such as the recorded conversation of Donald Sterling; the unsolicited commentsby a Dolphin defensive back upon seeing Michael Sam kiss his male lover…
The Fabric of America, Rainbow Colored Hemp
Although the basis of this article is not going to be centered around the First Amendment and Freedom of Speech and Expression, but for Freedom of Speech and expression and the First Amendment, the subject of this article…
I Think therefore I am subject to Arrest
Last month a New York jury found a police officer guilty of crimes relating to his desire to kill and engage in cannibalism. Whether this was a just verdict or not is impossible for us to tell, given that we…
First Amendment battleground changes often
Last month the First Amendment Lawyers’ Association Meeting was held in New Orleans, Louisiana. What was different about this meeting than all other meetings was that this was the first meeting that Daniel Aaronson, President of the First Amendment Lawyers’…
Taking Sides with the First Amendment
James Benjamin is a Past President of the First Amendment Lawyers’ Association. Daniel Aaronson is the current Vice-President and in July will become President of that esteemed organization. Yet, for both of us the First Amendment is not necessarily absolute,…