Maintaining Order and Upholding Democracy

Exploring the boundaries of free speech in public forums organized by the government, this chapter discusses the balance between speech rights and maintaining decorum to ensure smooth meetings. It highlights instances of discrimination during disruptions at city council meetings and calls for prioritizing public safety over legal fears. The narrative underlines the need for proactive citizen engagement to counter disruptive tactics like GDL and Zoom bombing, emphasizing the strategic nature of these actions and their impact on democratic processes.