"First Things First sets the standard for teaching free speech law." --Stephen D. Solomon (founding editor, First Amendment Watch)
"With admirable clarity and brevity, First Things First covers the field of First Amendment law and theory in a readable and accessible way....This innovative book explains not just the fundamentals of First Amendment law, but how we got to where we are, and why." --Robert Corn-Revere (First Amendment lawyer)
"First Things First is a welcome addition to the course materials for students studying law, journalism, history, political science, government and a host of other disciplines." --Lucy A. Dalglish, dean and professor, Philip Merrill College of Journalism, University of Maryland
"First Things First is an incredibly insightful and inviting introduction to U.S. speech and press law. Its approach makes its content completely accessible to beginner and expert alike....First Things First is made for the 21st century student--and professor." --Joseph Russomanno, Associate Professor, Arizona State University
