I agree with both articles The End of the First Amendment and There is No Crisis on Freedom Speech. It's hard to admit but censoring freedom of speech is a form of fascism. Berkeley shouldn't of had to pay thousands of dollars for security. Shouting down a speaker "known for making offensive and hurtful statements" is poisoning the well. It's wrong to attack someone for their beliefs if they haven't even heard them speak yet.
In addition to this, I agree with Shariatmadari when he states, "The crisis of free speech is a myth that gives cover to those who are either blind to their own attempts at social control, or want to shield them from critique". Freedom of speech is limited once everyone becomes afraid of sharing their thoughts
In addition to this, I agree with Shariatmadari when he states, "The crisis of free speech is a myth that gives cover to those who are either blind to their own attempts at social control, or want to shield them from critique". Freedom of speech is limited once everyone becomes afraid of sharing their thoughts