About This Lesson
The language in this clause of the First Amendment is best read as protecting two distinct rights: First, the freedom of assembly protects our right to gather together with others in groups—whether as part of a political meeting, religious gathering, street protest, or parade. And second, the right to petition goes to our right to join together with others to share our collective views with the government—often by highlighting problems and suggesting ways of fixing them.
The National Constitution Center's First Amendment: Assembly and Petition learning module includes:
- Videos
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- Briefing Documents
- Lesson Plans
- Podcasts
- Blog Posts
- and so much more!
