The Freedom of Speech Division of the Southern States Communication Association is continuing its publication of the Communication Law Review and is continuing its dedication to the proposition that freedom of speech is essential to the relevance of every aspect of the communication discipline.

The original print version of Communication Law Review featured short articles that contributed to the understanding of the historical, theoretical, rhetorical and legal aspects of freedom of expression. As we continue the tradition of Communication Law Review, we have moved to an electronic format and expanded the areas of research of interest to include a broader range of concerns at the intersection of communication and law. While the primary focus will remain on freedom of expression issues, we also welcome research that considers such areas as legal communication education, the study of legal rhetoric, emerging concepts in internet law, copyright concerns, communication in the practice of law, censorship issues, private constraints on communication behavior, and related topics.