Introduction to the right to assemble and to petition.

Covers some history of the freedom to assemble and to petition, from prior to the American Revolution.

There have been times in American history when the government has tried to suppress opposition, for example, under Herbert Hoover's administration with the incident of the Bonus Army protest in 1932.

Looks at women's struggle for equality where they used petitions and their right to assemble.

The right to petition today is used in a variety of ways that were not available in the past, and is used by groups as well as individuals.

Discusses freedom of assembly and some restrictions that were put into place by the Supreme Court.

A discussion of two criteria for deciding time, place, and manner restrictions in freedom of assembly cases.

Discusses the right of association and the various forms it can take.

Discusses when the right to associate in private groups means one's choice is not restricted, and situations where there needs to be some government regulation.

The government at times must require private groups to comply with anti-discrimination laws. This regulation can conflict with the right to live with minimal government interference.