The Rise and Fall of Free Speech in America (1916)

""The Rise and Fall of Free Speech in America"" is a book written by David Wark Griffith in 1916. The book explores the history of free speech in America, from the early days of the country to the present day. Griffith argues that free speech is a fundamental right that has been under attack throughout American history. He traces the history of free speech from the colonial era, through the American Revolution and the Civil War, to the early 20th century. Griffith discusses a number of landmark cases that have shaped the history of free speech in America, including the Sedition Act of 1798, the Dred Scott decision, and the Espionage Act of 1917. He also examines the role of the press in shaping public opinion and the ways in which government censorship has been used to suppress dissent.Throughout the book, Griffith argues that free speech is essential to a healthy democracy and that it is the responsibility of all Americans to defend this fundamental right. He warns that the erosion of free speech in America could lead to a dangerous slide towards authoritarianism and tyranny.""The Rise and Fall of Free Speech in America"" is a thought-provoking and insightful book that remains relevant to this day. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of free speech in America and the ongoing struggle to protect this fundamental right.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.