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Free Speech Coalition Fundraiser Raises Nearly $20K

The Free Speech Coalition has announced that their April 15 online fundraising event, FreedomStreams ’07, raised close to $20,000 for the FSC’s Legal Defense Fund.

Studios Lining Up for Free Speech Coalition Fundraiser

More than 300 adult studios will participate in FreedomStreams ’07, HotMovies' second annual fund-raising event to benefit the Free Speech Coalition and its ongoing fight against governmental restrictions on the adult industry.

Free Speech Coalition Announces New Executive Director

The Free Speech Coalition has named Diane C. Duke as its new executive director. Duke will officially replace the outgoing Michelle Freridge Nov. 27.

Michelle Freridge of the Free Speech Coalition Steps Down

Two years after joining the Free Speech Coalition, Executive Director Michelle Freridge has officially resigned, XBIZ has learned.

Free Speech Coalition Announces Action Centers for January Shows

LAS VEGAS – The Free Speech Coalition will provide two action center booths in January at the Adult Entertainment Expo and Internext.

Free Speech Coalition Washington-Bound

Two high-level members of the Free Speech Coalition will be in Washington D.C. this week discussing 2257, the proposed .XXX domain, the Lincoln Porn Tax bill and several other issues affecting the adult entertainment industry.

Free Speech Coalition Partners with NCSF

The Free Speech Coalition has announced a strategic partnership with the Baltimore-based National Coalition for Sexual Freedom, an advocacy organization for alternative sexuality and fetish communities.

Free Speech Coalition Set to Host Fundraiser

CANOGA PARK, Calif. – The Free Speech Coalition has announced its upcoming 18th Annual "Night of the Stars" fundraising event and the 5th Annual Bob Tremont Memorial Golf Tournament, both of which take place on Sunday, July 17, 2005.

Free Speech Coalition to Hold 2257 Chat

LOS ANGELES – In response to the many questions and concerns regarding the changes to 18 USC 2257, Free Speech Coalition will be hosting a scheduled chat in the Webmaster Linkup Chat room on June 19 at 1:30 p.m. CST.

Free Speech Coalition Names New Board Member

LOS ANGELES – The Free Speech Coalition has announced the appointment of YNOT Editor in Chief Connor Young to its Board of Directors.

Free Speech Coalition Tackles Porn Addiction

In an effort to provide an opportunity for both sides on the issue to be heard, Free Speech Coalition (FSC) will present a public Community Forum on the topic, "Today's Porn: Entertainment or Addiction?"

Free Speech Coalition Names New Board Members

The Free Speech Coalition named six new 2005 board of directors on the tail end of this year's Internext, with only one new member and five incumbents reelected.

Free Speech Coalition Lauds Nominees for Board Seats

The Free Speech Coalition held its general membership meeting last night at the Warner Center Marriott with a healthy turnout of supporters, current board members, and nominees and incumbents for the coveted six available seats on the trade group's board of directors.

Free Speech Coalition to Issue Ballots On Thursday

Ballots for the Free Speech Coalition’s board of directors election will be distributed at the group’s general membership meeting on Thursday, and presentations will be given on the proposed 2257 regulations and HIV self-regulation within the industry.

Free Speech Coalition Picks New Executive Director

The Free Speech Coalition announced Friday it has tapped Michelle Louise Freridge to serve as its executive director. She will take the reins of the Chatsworth, Calif., organization that serves the adult industry on Oct. 4.

Schwarzenegger Signs Bill Sponsored by The Free Speech Coalition

After rallying for a bill that could potentially protect adult business owners during federal investigations, the Free Speech Coalition had cause to celebrate this week after Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger signed pro adult business measure AB1894 into law.

Free Speech Coalition Rallies to Protect Business Owners

The Free Speech Coalition and supporters held a press conference at the state Capitol Tuesday morning to back a bill that would provide support to business owners who have had their records and equipment seized by government.

Free Speech Coalition Applauds Work of AIM

As the glare of the media spotlight continues to shine on the Adult Industry Medical Healthcare Foundation (AIM), the Free Speech Coalition issued a statement Wednesday praising the work of the nearly 10-year-old health care clinic that tests adult talent for communicable diseases.