Finally One State takes action against censorship on colleges

[RetiredGySgt]

Arizona Shuts Down College Campus Free Speech Zones in the Name of Free Speech

Arizona has created two new laws that directly prevent State run colleges from restricting the 1st Amendment rights of the Students.

No more restricted off the beaten path "free speech zones" and the school must PROVE any restrictions they wish to impose on free speech are actually justified.

And the other law allows students to sue schools that do restrict their rights.

 

[C_Clayton_Jones]

‘But one year, “all of a sudden they came up with this free speech zone which was way away from the people,” the Republican told the Arizona Capitol Times.

That inspired Kern to introduce House Bill 2615, which broadens campus “free speech zones” to the entire public college campus as opposed to designated areas. It provides students the right to exercise their First Amendment rights without concerns about the time, place and manner unless the public higher education institution can prove the restriction is reasonable and justified.’

Wrong – ridiculous nonsense.

Just because a college or university designates a “free speech zone” doesn’t mean a speaker must restrict himself to such a ‘zone.’

If a speaker engages in speech outside of the ‘zone’ and is subject to punitive measures by the state, then and only then does a potential First Amendment violation take place, where those disadvantaged are at liberty to file suit seeking relief, which is not the case here.

‘“The First Amendment right of free speech is a bedrock founding principle of our Republic,” said Gov. Doug Ducey (R) when he signed the legislation this month. “Likewise, part of the university experience is to be able to express diverse views, openly, without fear of retribution or intimidation – and to be exposed to other views and perspectives, even if they aren’t politically correct or popular.”

“These bills protect free speech throughout our college campuses, and also ensure an individual’s right to engage in free speech isn’t shut down by someone else who disagrees with his or her perspective,” Ducey added.’

Ignorant rightwing moron – this isn’t a First Amendment ‘issue.’

Until such time as government acts through its agent, such as a state college or university, to restrict or preempt speech, no First Amendment ‘violation’ has taken place.

Such measures are nothing but rightwing political theater, a ‘solution’ in search of a problem that doesn’t exist, and ‘legislation’ that’s nothing but a pointless waste of time, intended only to appease other ignorant conservatives.

Again, if anyone believes his right to speak freely has been violated by a ‘free speech zone’ or similar policy, he needs to file suit in court and have the matter resolved in accordance with First Amendment jurisprudence.

 

[kaz]

‘But one year, “all of a sudden they came up with this free speech zone which was way away from the people,” the Republican told the Arizona Capitol Times.

That inspired Kern to introduce House Bill 2615, which broadens campus “free speech zones” to the entire public college campus as opposed to designated areas. It provides students the right to exercise their First Amendment rights without concerns about the time, place and manner unless the public higher education institution can prove the restriction is reasonable and justified.’

Wrong – ridiculous nonsense.

Just because a college or university designates a “free speech zone” doesn’t mean a speaker must restrict himself to such a ‘zone.’

If a speaker engages in speech outside of the ‘zone’ and is subject to punitive measures by the state, then and only then does a potential First Amendment violation take place, where those disadvantaged are at liberty to file suit seeking relief, which is not the case here.

‘“The First Amendment right of free speech is a bedrock founding principle of our Republic,” said Gov. Doug Ducey (R) when he signed the legislation this month. “Likewise, part of the university experience is to be able to express diverse views, openly, without fear of retribution or intimidation – and to be exposed to other views and perspectives, even if they aren’t politically correct or popular.”

“These bills protect free speech throughout our college campuses, and also ensure an individual’s right to engage in free speech isn’t shut down by someone else who disagrees with his or her perspective,” Ducey added.’

Ignorant rightwing moron – this isn’t a First Amendment ‘issue.’

Until such time as government acts through its agent, such as a state college or university, to restrict or preempt speech, no First Amendment ‘violation’ has taken place.

Such measures are nothing but rightwing political theater, a ‘solution’ in search of a problem that doesn’t exist, and ‘legislation’ that’s nothing but a pointless waste of time, intended only to appease other ignorant conservatives.

Again, if anyone believes his right to speak freely has been violated by a ‘free speech zone’ or similar policy, he needs to file suit in court and have the matter resolved in accordance with First Amendment jurisprudence.

Free speech zones are what liberals call anti-free speech zones.

William Buckley: “Liberals claim to want to give a hearing to other views, but then are shocked and offended to discover that there are other views.”

 

[Jack4jill]

Arizona Shuts Down College Campus Free Speech Zones in the Name of Free Speech

Arizona has created two new laws that directly prevent State run colleges from restricting the 1st Amendment rights of the Students.

No more restricted off the beaten path "free speech zones" and the school must PROVE any restrictions they wish to impose on free speech are actually justified.

And the other law allows students to sue schools that do restrict their rights.

The more you say, the dumber you are.

Have at it.

 

[P F Tinmore]

I wonder if they are really serious.

The Palestine Exception

 

[Jack4jill]

I wonder if they are really serious.

The Palestine Exception

Zionists oppose truth, that's what makes them Zionists.

 

[kaz]

I wonder if they are really serious.

The Palestine Exception

Liberals are idiots. Free speech means government can't restrict your speech. It doesn't mean there are no consequences for hate groups like that from other citizens

 

[kaz]

I wonder if they are really serious.

The Palestine Exception

Zionists oppose truth, that's what makes them Zionists.

Yes, they just need to lie down and die like the Jew bastards they are, right Adolph?

 

[Theowl32]

The left are miserable lying ignorant morons. That is all they are, and that is all they will ever be.

I hate them. Don't you?

 

[RetiredGySgt]

‘But one year, “all of a sudden they came up with this free speech zone which was way away from the people,” the Republican told the Arizona Capitol Times.

That inspired Kern to introduce House Bill 2615, which broadens campus “free speech zones” to the entire public college campus as opposed to designated areas. It provides students the right to exercise their First Amendment rights without concerns about the time, place and manner unless the public higher education institution can prove the restriction is reasonable and justified.’

Wrong – ridiculous nonsense.

Just because a college or university designates a “free speech zone” doesn’t mean a speaker must restrict himself to such a ‘zone.’

If a speaker engages in speech outside of the ‘zone’ and is subject to punitive measures by the state, then and only then does a potential First Amendment violation take place, where those disadvantaged are at liberty to file suit seeking relief, which is not the case here.

‘“The First Amendment right of free speech is a bedrock founding principle of our Republic,” said Gov. Doug Ducey (R) when he signed the legislation this month. “Likewise, part of the university experience is to be able to express diverse views, openly, without fear of retribution or intimidation – and to be exposed to other views and perspectives, even if they aren’t politically correct or popular.”

“These bills protect free speech throughout our college campuses, and also ensure an individual’s right to engage in free speech isn’t shut down by someone else who disagrees with his or her perspective,” Ducey added.’

Ignorant rightwing moron – this isn’t a First Amendment ‘issue.’

Until such time as government acts through its agent, such as a state college or university, to restrict or preempt speech, no First Amendment ‘violation’ has taken place.

Such measures are nothing but rightwing political theater, a ‘solution’ in search of a problem that doesn’t exist, and ‘legislation’ that’s nothing but a pointless waste of time, intended only to appease other ignorant conservatives.

Again, if anyone believes his right to speak freely has been violated by a ‘free speech zone’ or similar policy, he needs to file suit in court and have the matter resolved in accordance with First Amendment jurisprudence.

So YOUR solution to open censorship is to force those oppressed to go to court? You are aware that a case is already before the Courts because of this censorship?