What the future needs!

Mona Charon speaks out in favor of anonymous political expression in the wake of the Citizens United decision. Good on her.

I wrote this based on a first draft provided by Jim Babka, followed by a few final edits from him . . . Do you have a right to be anonymous? Posted by Jim Babka Quote of the Day: "I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it."  -- Voltaire (attributed) Subject: Do you have a right to be anonymous? We need your help to file another brief with the Supreme Court. This time we want to protect your right to speak and act anonymously. This message will explain . . . * Why the right to anonymity is important * The controversial nature of the case about which we want to file a brief * What the brief will cost and how much time we have Your right to be anonymous You already exercise your right to anonymity when you vote. Without the secret ballot you would be vulnerable to various forms of intimidation. Other forms of anonymous expression used to be protected. For instance . . . America's Founder's published anonymously ...