The power or right to express one's opinions without censorship, restraint, or legal penalty.
unjustified restrictions on freedom of expression
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Last year, the European Court of Human Rights deemed the punishment handed down to the abuser as being disproportionate and a violation of freedom of expression.
The International Federation of Journalists is supporting plans to hold a national conference aimed at promoting the protection of journalists and freedom of expression.
Emergency legislation severely restricts the rights to freedom of expression, association and assembly.
Many columnists are expressing concern about the censorship of unpopular views, and what that might mean for freedom of expression.
Kathryn said that for some of her friends the cartoons represent freedom of expression and they believe artists should not be restricted.