Free Speech and Protests: A Campus Dilemma

This chapter examines the implications of free speech and activism on university campuses, particularly in relation to pro-Palestinian demonstrations and censorship. It discusses the controversies surrounding a Columbia University professor's statements and the cancellation of a valedictorian's speech at USC, focusing on the challenges of maintaining open discourse in the face of external pressures. Additionally, it explores the legal ramifications of protest organization, including a Supreme Court case that raises critical questions about accountability and First Amendment rights.