For purposes of the First Amendment, free speech is the right to speak without being subject to government restrictions, reprisals, or penalties. What has CEI done to promote free speech?
CEI has defended the free speech rights of businesses, consumers, broadcasters, employers, writers, and non-union employees. In A.B. Coker v. Foti, CEI is challenging state laws implementing the $246 billion Master Settlement Agreement, which require tobacco manufacturers to either join a national settlement that requires them not lobby against a tobacco cartel (or engage in speech such as outdoor advertising), or be penalized by having to make escrow payments and comply with burdensome and financially risky state regulations. CEI challenged restrictions on truthful labeling of alcoholic beverages, which prevent manufacturers from letting consumers know that moderate consumption of alcohol has not only risks, but also benefits, such as reduced risk of heart disease. (Its court challenge was dismissed on a procedural technicality, which does not bar future challenges. CEI also repeatedly filed commentsadministrative agency opposing the speech restrictions). with an CEI has criticized FC
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