Home > Topics > Assembly   Overview> By David L. Hudson Jr. First Amendment Center research attorney The First Amendment prohibits government from abridging "the right of the people peaceably to assemble." FULL STORY> Party conventions will bring another test for free speech By Gene Policinski As in 2004, this year's big political gatherings are likely to attract disputes over demonstrations, public access and more. 06.01.08   Religious group can hand out fliers at St. Louis gay-pride event Federal judge rules that city parks are public forums open to all, government may not stop people from communicating inside them. 06.27.08 Last system update: Friday, July 4, 2008 | 15:23:37  SEARCH  MORE assembly topics > Curfews, loitering & freedom of association Civil rights & First Amendment Abortion protests & buffer zones Assembly on private property Funeral protests