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Balancing Act: Free Speech and Child Protection
This chapter explores the Supreme Court case Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton, which examines a Texas law mandating age verification for online pornography. It discusses the implications of this law for privacy and adult access to content, highlighting the tension between protecting children and preserving free speech rights. The chapter also delves into dissenting opinions on the need for stricter scrutiny in regulating sexually explicit material, emphasizing the potential chilling effect on artistic expression.
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