Cato Daily Podcast Threats to Migrants' Speech Threaten Americans' Speech
Apr 21, 2025
The discussion highlights the erosion of free speech rights, showing how targeting non-citizens for their speech undermines everyone's freedom to speak. Experts David Bier and Tommy Berry delve into significant Supreme Court cases, emphasizing the interconnectedness of rights for citizens and non-citizens. They warn that immigration crackdowns based on speech can create broader implications, threatening the fundamental principles of free expression. This raises crucial questions about liberty and rights within a democratic society.
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Speech Restrictions Threaten All Rights
- Targeting speech of non-citizens through immigration repercussions threatens free speech rights for all in the U.S.
- Limiting speech for any group lowers constitutional protections and standards society-wide.
Constitutional Rights Extend to All
- Constitutional rights such as due process and free speech apply to all persons, not just citizens.
- Policing non-citizens' speech risks increased surveillance and constraints on everyone's liberties.
Green Card Holder's Speech Fear
- David Bier shared how a green card holder feared speaking about U.S. foreign policy under the Trump administration.
- David advised caution, highlighting the chilling effect on free expression due to immigration enforcement tied to speech.