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FIRE’s First Amendment Library: Video Tutorial (VIDEO)

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Aaron Reese

December 22, 2016

We hope you’ve enjoyed learning about all the great features of our recently launched First Amendment Library. This one-of-a-kind resource has something for everyone, from law professors to high schoolers.

For a quick recap of all the highlights—from our 900+ First Amendment case database, to a historical timeline of the history of free speech in America, to our unique document collections—FIRE has put together this short video tutorial.

Watch here or over on our YouTube page, and find out how easy it is to use FIRE’s rapidly growing First Amendment Library.

You can also subscribe to FIRE’s YouTube channel, to receive automatic notifications when new videos are posted.

Learn more about the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education at YouTube.

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