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freedom of association

Cultural  
  1. The right to form societies, clubs, and other groups of people, and to meet with people individually, without interference by the government.


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"I have dedicated my life to fighting for freedom of association, hoping that China will have independent trade unions," he told the court in March.

From Barron's Sep. 11, 2026

Earlier, Business Secretary Peter Kyle said marchers were "demonstrating freedom of association and freedom of speech".

From BBC Sep. 14, 2025

Freedom of the press, free speech, freedom of assembly, freedom of association, freedom of thought, and other Constitutionally protected rights and liberties will be restricted.

From Salon Nov. 6, 2024

“Freedom of expression and freedom of association are critical to an open society,” State Department spokesman Matthew Miller told reporters in Washington.

From Seattle Times Apr. 11, 2024

While proclaiming freedom of association and organization, the 1965 Constitution, as did that of 1952, prohibits associations of a "fascist or anti-democratic character."

From Area Handbook for Romania by Donald W. Bernier

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