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After Musk buys Twitter, whose speech will be free?

The free speech protection of the First Amendment applies to the individual’s right to say what they may wish. However, it does not guarantee them a platform on which to say it nor freedom from repercussions.  In recent weeks, there have been renewed discussions about freedom of ...

Elon Musk and protecting free speech

Americans who subscribe to “traditional values” have had to put up with a lot from the left in the name of the First Amendment. From vulgarities on TV (self-described First Amendment defenders said things like, “If you don’t like it, change the channel”), to sexual scenes in movies ...

Freedom of speech is not freedom from consequences

I could get fired for what I’m about to say. Mind you, that’s not something I expect. I’m just saying it’s theoretically possible. Somebody could object and complain to my boss. Next time you see me, I’m standing on a median strip holding a sign: “Will Opine For ...

Anti-boycott laws violate our rights

The documentary “Boycott” will make its big screen debut later this month. The film follows several plaintiffs from different backgrounds pushing back against anti-boycott bills passed in multiple states. It highlights the fight against an Arkansas law that allows the state to refuse to ...

No heroes in Neil Young-Spotify saga

by Tyler Cowen The debates over cancel culture are reaching new heights of absurdity. Consider the decisions of musical icons Neil Young and Joni Mitchell to remove their songs from Spotify. Critics have contended that Joe Rogan’s podcast, hosted by Spotify, promotes ...