Article 3 ; Section 4 Bill of Rights “No law shall be passed abridging the freedom of speech, of expression, or of the press or the right of the people peaceably to assemble and petition the government for redress of grievances.” No law should be made that would block the freedom of the people in any manner: speech, expression, and of the press. 4 IMPORTANT RIGHTS EMBODIED IN THIS SECTION FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION The right of an individual to speak or utter whatever he wants without prior restraint. “Freedom of speech does not mean you can say anything you want.” Mandatory Limitations: Defamations and libel Unwarranted attacks on other’s opinions and beliefs Spreading propaganda, malicious gossip and hate speeches (slander) Destroying the reputation of others REMEMBER: We must only write or publish information that is true and that will not damage a person’s reputation. Other limitations of freedom of speech include anything lewd or obscene, anything that provokes violence or disorder, seditious messages, and clear and present danger. Right to a Free Press The right of an individual to write, publish, and circulate whatever he pleases without restraint. It covers every sort of publication such as newspapers, magazines, books, leaflets, and the like, including radio and television. The right of an individual to write, publish, and circulate whatever he pleases without restraint. It covers every sort of publication such as newspapers, magazines, books, leaflets, and the like, including radio and television. The right of an individual to write, publish, and circulate whatever he pleases without restraint. It covers every sort of publication such as newspapers, magazines, books, leaflets, and the like, including radio and television. The right of an individual to write, publish, and circulate whatever he pleases without restraint. It covers every sort of publication such as newspapers, magazines, books, leaflets, and the like, including radio and television. Filipinos must not be restricted from writing or publishing their opinions and beliefs. They must be free to wite, publish, and circulate whatever they please without constraint. Freedom of Assembly The right of people to come together and collectively express, promote, pursue, and defend their idea. Individuals may hold public meetings or form associations, and may even protest against the government for a certain cause given that there is no violence involved. Right to Petition The right of people to make a complaint to, or seek the assistance of, one’s government, without fear of punishment or reprisals. People may defend their right to petition the government or other institutions for a redress of grievances given that it is peacefully done with the consent of all, and for a good cause.