Protecting Free Speech is Hard

This podcast episode explores the concerning state of free speech on college campuses, shedding light on the troubling trends of intolerance and hypocrisy that affect this essential right. In an engaging conversation with Nico Perrino, the discussion uncovers how misguided beliefs and a lack of leadership have led many students to feel justified in silencing opposing voices, often through intimidation or violence. The episode also draws important connections between historical events like the Skokie case and the current challenges faced by organizations such as the ACLU, underscoring the necessity of steadfast support for free speech principles for everyone, regardless of personal beliefs or the popularity of the views being defended.