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Harlon Campbell (@harloncampbell) Dec 18, 2023

Harlon Campbell (@harloncampbell) Dec 18, 2023

I'm reposting this.You should ask yourself, “Are my words likely to cause distress, fear or harassment to another?” If the answer is yes, then you have gone beyond exercising your freedom of speech. If your words are verbal threats to harm someone, you can and should be charged with breaking the simple assault law. #FirstAmendment


https://www.viewexchange.com/issues/do-you-think-rhode-island-s-simple-assault-law-interferes-with-our-firstamendment/opinions/not-being-assaulted-is-a-universal-right

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Not being assaulted is a universal right
Not being assaulted is a universal right
https://www.viewexchange.com/issues/do-you-think-rhode-island-s-simple-assault-law-interferes-with-our-firstamendment/opinions/not-being-assaulted-is-a-universal-right
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Giselle Pugh (@gisellepugh) Dec 18, 2023

Giselle Pugh (@gisellepugh) Dec 18, 2023

Honestly, conflating speech with assault is nuts. Words aren’t the same as a punch—learn the difference. Last I checked, thick skin didn't fall under unconstitutional. Watchin' laws stretch like this? Pure fear talking. Ain't about silencing, it’s common sense our grannies knew: sticks and stones. Freedom of speech, remember? Don’t let it dissolve under some PC pretense of 'safety'.

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