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Regarded as the cornerstone of liberty in England
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Bill of Rights grants 'freedom of speech in Parliament' after James II is overthrown and William and Mary installed as co-rulers
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The French Declaration of the Rights of Men and Citizens was adopted. Fundamental document of the French Revolution; provides freedom of speech for men.
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The original 10 amendments of the North American Bill of Rights. Guarantees four freedoms: of religion, speech, the press and the right to assemble.
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It urges member nations to promote human, civil, economic and social rights, including freedom of expression and religion. Was adopted virtually unanimously by the UN General Assembly.
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In the wake of 9/11, the Patriot Act gives the US government new powers to investigate individuals suspected of being a threat, raising fears for civil liberties.
The title of the Act is a contrived three letter initialism (USA) preceding a seven letter acronym (PATRIOT), which in combination stand for Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools Required to Intercept and Obstruct Terrorism Act of 2001 -
Dutch film maker Theo van Gogh is killed after release of his movie about violence against women in Islamic societies
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The Jyllands-Posten Muhammad cartoons controversy began after 12 editorial cartoons, most of which depicted the Islamic prophet Muhammad. Start of discussions involving freedom of expression, freedom of religion and blasphemy.