The first amendment to the United States Constitution guarantees Americans some important freedoms, including freedom of speech. However with the recent movement towards political correctness in speech, some say that our first amendment rights to free speech are being threatened. News stories report that individuals have been fired for making a remark that is not “politically correct,” college campuses are instituting speech codes banning certain words, and even works like movies and books are being banned. Some argue that political correctness has gone too far. Do you think that free speech guarantees our right to talk about anything, or do you think discussing sensitive topics should be limited? Write a five-paragraph essay taking a position on this issue. Be sure to clearly state your argument and the three main points of support you will use. Your essay should be adequately developed with plenty of support.
