We Need to Know Our LEGAL Rights to Witness For CHRIST The streets, sidewalks and public places of the United States are an open forum for evangelism. The Constitution guarantees the right to preach and proclaim the Gospel in public places. The Supreme Court's many cases involving preaching (or other speech activities) on the streets provide ready answers to those who challenge your right to give away religious tracks, pamphlets, and other printed martial and to speak with people on the highways and byways about your faith.