Speaking Freely: Marjorie Heins
Briefly

"I began my legal career focused on civil rights and civil liberties, which naturally led me to address issues related to free speech, particularly within the realm of art. "In 1989, I embarked on a project at the ACLU that delved into art censorship, driven by the controversy surrounding the National Endowment for the Arts and the significant cultural backlash during that time."
"The debates regarding free expression often juxtapose artistic freedom against societal norms and moral values, igniting passionate arguments about what is deemed acceptable in public art and discourse."
"Throughout my career, I have seen how laws and policies intersect with art and expression; they dictate not just what can be seen or said but also define the boundaries of our society's cultural dialogue."
"The protection of free speech, especially in relation to the arts, remains crucial, as art serves as a powerful medium for social commentary and encourages the exploration of controversial themes that challenge norms."
Read at Electronic Frontier Foundation
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