by K B | Apr 3, 2019 | News
Hyde Post, who helped found the Georgia First Amendment Foundation in 1994, was inducted into the National Freedom of Information Coalition’s Open Government Hall of Fame April 13 at the organization’s annual FOI Summit in Dallas. The honor reflects Post’s long and...
by Ashley Dale | Sep 5, 2018 | News, Weltner Award
Cobb County senior judge recognized for keeping courts open during some of the state’s highest-profile criminal cases. Cobb County Superior Court Senior Judge James Bodiford has earned a reputation for protecting the public’s right to courtroom access while presiding...
by Ashley Dale | Dec 8, 2016 | News
Our platinum sponsor CNN has pledged to match new member contributions — including membership fees — up to $5,000 before Dec. 31. So, you can multiply your support of the crucial open government and free speech work we do simply by joining now. Memberships start at...
by Ashley Dale | Sep 30, 2016 | Events, News
ONLINE TICKET SALES ENDED. Individual tickets are now available for this year’s annual Weltner Banquet, hosted by the Georgia First Amendment Foundation. We’ll be awarding the Motion Picture Association of America the Charles L. Weltner Freedom of Information Award...
by Ashley Dale | Aug 26, 2016 | News
This year the General Assembly passed the most effective legislative protection of free speech rights in Georgia in 20 years. It was a major First Amendment victory for Georgians, bolstering their right to comment on matters of public concern. But it happened with...