Home > Topics > Assembly   Overview> By David L. Hudson Jr. First Amendment Center research attorney The First Amendment prohibits government from abridging "the right of the people peaceably to assemble." FULL STORY> 9/11 groups oppose mosque rallies planned for anniversary Coalition sends letters to supporters, opponents of proposed Islamic center near ground zero, saying protests on Sept. 11 would be 'disrespectful.' 09.03.10   Americans employ assembly in service to other freedoms By Gene Policinski Basic right is means, method by which individuals peaceably gather without government interference to develop, express opinions. 09.03.10 Last system update: Friday, September 3, 2010 | 16:00:38  SEARCH  MORE assembly topics > Curfews, loitering & freedom of association Civil rights & First Amendment Abortion protests & buffer zones Assembly on private property Funeral protests