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To: CitizenUSA
#1 Do restrictions on offensive speech violate the 1st Amendment?

Because this was a civil case ... it is not about violation of the 1st Amendment ... it is about the consequences of one's actions and the words they choose

#2 Is this particular case likely to be overturned on appeal?

IMO ... I doubt it

153 posted on 11/24/2007 9:32:49 PM PST by Mo1 ( http://www.gohunter08.com)
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To: Mo1

Mo1 wrote: “Because this was a civil case ... it is not about violation of the 1st Amendment ... it is about the consequences of one’s actions and the words they choose.”

Thank you for your civil post. I’m having difficulty understanding how someone can win a civil case against someone for a constitutionally protected activity. For example, my right to bear arms is guaranteed. Let’s say I carry my weapon openly. Could a neighbor sue me for feeling threatened and/or intimidated? Even if they could sue, how could they possibly win, thereby restricting my right to bear arms, since my right is guaranteed? Please explain.


159 posted on 11/25/2007 11:05:38 AM PST by CitizenUSA
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