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How do I know whether a city retaliated against me for criticizing it?

[…] 940 F.3d at 1054 (quoting City of Houston v. Hill, 482 U.S. 451, 461 (1987)). In particular, as the Supreme Court has noted, "the First Amendment prohibits government officials from subjecting an individual to retaliatory actions, including criminal prosecutions, for speaking out." Hartman v. Moore, 547 U.S. 250, 256 (2006). As another court said, […]

April 1, 2025
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First Amendment Coalition Awarded Largest Single Gift Since its Inception

[…] legal matters while also ensuring journalists working in a shifting media landscape have access to high-quality tutorials, workshops, guides, and other tools for accessing public records and government proceedings. "For almost four decades, FAC has been a strong First Amendment defender in the nation’s most populous state, but recent years have produced a case […]

March 12, 2025
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We’re Hiring: Programs Coordinator

[…] to the health of our democracy – that the values expressed by the First Amendment provide a blueprint for an inclusive, equitable society and a responsive, accountable government. To that end, FAC educates, advocates and litigates to protect and promote government transparency and First Amendment protections for all. FAC is a small but growing […]

February 18, 2025
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Groups Urge U.S. Attorney for D.C. to Commit to the First Amendment

More than two dozen groups signed this letter reminding Edward Martin, the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, that he must uphold the Constitution, not serve as the legal arm of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency.
- Free Expression
February 6, 2025
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Roe v. Smith
- Government Transparency and Accountability
January 28, 2025
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Proposed San Diego Board of Supervisor Public Meeting Rules Violate First Amendment, FAC Warns

The San Diego Board of Supervisors proposed a handful of amendments to its Meeting Management Rules that would limit public participation and stifle free speech at public meetings in violation of the First Amendment and/or the Brown Act. FAC sent the following letter detailing why these proposed changes should be reconsidered.
- Free Expression
December 12, 2024
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FAC’s greatest asset is the legal wisdom and experience accrued over decades of successfully holding governments accountable at the local, state, and federal levels, supporting journalists and educating people on how to enforce their First Amendment and open government rights.

June 18, 2024
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FAC Welcomes Four New Members to its Board of Directors

[…] Gin, Antonia Hernández, and Irene Lee bring decades of experience and leadership to FAC as it continues expanding its impact in defense of a free press, open government, and free expression. Ashley Alvarado is the newly appointed President and CEO of Texas Public Radio (TPR), a nonprofit media organization that serves South Central Texas. […]

October 29, 2024
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Elizabeth Sanchez Joins FAC as Legal Fellow

[…] even more journalists and independent news operations," says FAC’s Legal Director, David Loy. Elizabeth joins FAC as it expands its work increasing access to public records and government meetings, and defending freedom of speech and freedom of the press. She will draft amicus briefs and advocacy letters, help operate FAC’s free Legal Hotline, and […]

October 2, 2024
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First Amendment

Garcia v. County of Alameda

[…] ban (5/15/2025) San Francisco Chronicle: Oakland reporter sues Alameda County over sideshow ordinance (7/2/2024) KTVU: Reporter sues Alameda County over sideshow ordinance (7/3/2024) KRON4: News reporter sues government over sideshow laws in Alameda County (7/7/2024) Legal Documents: Appellant's Reply Brief (2/21/2025) Appellees' Answering Brief (1/31/2025) Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press and Los […]
- Press Freedom
July 12, 2024