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First Amendment Research Paper: America Vs. North Korea

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Matthew Rabadi Civil Liberties and Multiculturalism Professor Szobonya 10/24/95 First Amendment Research Paper: America Vs. North Korea There are many societal problems in todays world. These problems can range from poverty, crime, to even human right violations. The United States serves as a model country, where many of these problems are not seen or handled with quality efforts. One of the fundamental keys to the United States success is the implement of our first amendment right, freedom of speech. Although many might not understand the power of this right, time and time again it proves its’ importance within our culture. In comparison to unfortunate countries like North Korea, U.S citizens live in a completely different …show more content…

A land with no freedom of speech is a mental prison. They are withheld to only silent personal thoughts. The primitive urge to express yourself is constantly suppressed. North Koreans are forced to follow a singular suit under what can be perceived as martial law. Many Americans would ask why the people of North Korea don’t fight for their rights? This is because they are controlled using cult like methods, fear, and violence. These high stake circumstances often drive people that live in places like North Korea to violent rebellion. This proves to how important and powerful free speech is, without it entire communities can crumble. North Korea continues to use extreme tactics joining only a handful of countries to deprive their citizens of free …show more content…

South Koreans live a completely different life to that of their neighbors. The first amendment is protected in South Korea. Although if it is found out that you have fled to South Korea, Kim Jong Un will still punish your family, thus once again giving political, social, and religious freedom consequence. South Koreans have been among the first to take action against North Korea’s policy. South Koreans will send over USB sticks with modern western entertainment, real world news, and other unfiltered material. For many North Koreans this will be the first time they digest substance that is not under the Kim Jong Un regime. This refreshing glimpse of free speech has the ability to save North Korea with thousands of people seeking refuge every year. (http://www.en.asaninst.org). Without laws in place to protect the rights of citizens, government can manipulate and control the

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