

Congress Should Make No Law Setting Speech Rules for Universities
May 18, 2024
Education policy expert Neal McCluskey and Nico Perrino from FIRE discuss the limited role Congress should play in regulating speech on college campuses, highlighting the complexity of free speech obligations at public and private universities. They delve into the potential violations of First Amendment rights caused by government interventions and the challenges universities face in balancing free speech with safety concerns.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Debate on Federal Government's Role in Regulating Speech Rules in Private Universities
04:03 • 4min
Exploring Government Influence on Speech Regulation and First Amendment Concerns
08:15 • 2min
Analyzing Congressional Hearings with University Leaders and Conservative Thought
10:12 • 2min
Navigating Free Speech Challenges and Core Purpose in Higher Education
12:40 • 3min