Intergovernmental advocacy in California is compelled speech, and as such, a violation of the First Amendment.
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Intergovernmental advocacy in California is compelled speech, and as such, a violation of the First Amendment.
Taxpayer-funded lobbying by organizations like the Texas Association of School Boards highlights the urgent need for a united effort to end all taxpayer-funded lobbying and protect free speech.
Intergovernmental advocacy is compelled speech, and as such, a violation of the First Amendment.
Why and How to Stop Taxpayer-Funded Advocacy
What can be done to ensure that actions like this do not occur again?