In 70s America, protest used to be very effective, but in subsequent decades municipalities have sneakily created a web of "overpermiticisation" - requirements that were designed to stifle freedom of assembly and the right to petition government for redress of grievances, both of which are part of our first amendment.
Naomi WolfFrom a constitutional point of view George W. Bush passing through the Patriot Act is no worse than Obama renewing it.
Naomi WolfMillions of people have to restore liberty and have to understand the danger and personal risk they face in a police state.
Naomi WolfCitizens who live or work near protest sites or marches have every right to be free of violence from protesters, and they should never be subjected to destruction of property.
Naomi Wolf