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freedom of association

Cultural

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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On a more positive note, the report also highlighted how "the government effectively enforced laws protecting freedom of association, collective bargaining, and the right of workers to engage in a strike or other industrial action".

From BBC • Aug. 12, 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

“The RRM has proved to be a critical instrument for defending the free exercise of freedom of association and collective bargaining rights,” added Tai.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 22, 2023

“Today’s action highlights the United States’ focus in ensuring workers in all sectors have freedom of association and collective bargaining rights.

From Reuters • Jun. 12, 2023

I did not desire to be counted among "fashionables," but I did aspire to much greater freedom of association than was allowed me.

From Reminiscences, 1819-1899 by Howe, Julia Ward

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