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Free speech in Trump's America with New York Times journalist Jeremy Peters and conservative scholar Ilya Shapiro

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May 3, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Ilya Shapiro, a conservative legal scholar, and Jeremy Peters, a New York Times journalist, dive into the heated topic of free speech in America today. They explore how the Trump administration's actions impact speech on campuses, especially concerning immigration policies. Shapiro highlights the dangers of selective free speech enforcement, while Peters warns against using aggressive measures to silence dissent. They also tackle the complexities of antisemitism and the challenges universities face in upholding free expression in today's polarized climate.
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Free Speech Defined

  • Free speech means expressing views without persecution by the state but does not cover criminal physical acts.
  • Physical actions motivated by ideas are not protected by the First Amendment.
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Free Speech Is Partisan

  • Both political parties claim free speech oppression based on perspective and perceived persecution.
  • Free speech debates intensify when people feel deprived of their rights or when speech offends others.
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Campuses Fail Free Speech

  • Universities inconsistently enforce free speech policies, favoring some groups while suppressing others.
  • Harvard received a failing grade for poor free speech protection and uneven policy enforcement.
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