Judge Rules City’s Fine on Woman for Profane Political Sign Unlawful
Roselle Park, NJ — A federal court ruling here has become a touchstone in the ongoing debate over freedom of speech, particularly regarding political expressions displayed on personal property. The conflict arose when a resident of Roselle Park was fined by the city for exhibiting a yard sign containing profane language critical of President Joe Biden. The fine has since been ruled unlawful, spotlighting the robust protections afforded to free speech under the First Amendment. The dispute began in summer when local authorities ordered the homeowner, Andrea Dick, to remove several signs from her yard … Read more