Jane Fonda Revives First Amendment Committee to Defend Free Speech and Press
Actress and activist Jane Fonda, 87, has revived the Committee For The First Watch. Over 550 entertainment industry figures have signed a statement warning of a 'coordinated campaign' to silence critics, echoing the McCarthy Era. The Committee, originally founded by Fonda's father in 1947, aims to protect free speech and press guarantees under threat in the US.
The Committee takes its name from the First Amendment, which safeguards five freedoms from government interference. The statement released by the Committee expresses concern that 'those forces have returned', referencing the McCarthy Era. It calls on Americans to unite in defence of their constitutional rights.
The original Committee was established to support the 'Hollywood Ten', blacklisted writers during the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC) hearings. Now, Jane Fonda, who finds this the most alarming moment of her life, has revived the Committee to defend freedom of speech and the press. SAG-AFTRA, the actors' union, has also spoken out against AI actress Tilly Norwood, asserting that creativity should remain human-centred.
Over 550 industry figures have joined Jane Fonda in reviving the Committee For The First Watch. The Committee's goal is clear: to defend the constitutional rights of free speech and a free press, which they believe are under attack in the United States. They urge unity and solidarity among Americans in this cause.
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