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Jenin Younes on Threats to Free Speech from the Left and the Right

Politics
United States
Started February 07, 2026

A First Amendment lawyer once attacked Democrats for suppressing unpopular opinions; she now sees a vastly greater threat from the Trump Administration

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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 07, 2026
The notion that the Trump Administration poses a greater threat to free speech than the left overlooks significant suppression tactics used by progressives.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 07, 2026
Labeling the Trump Administration as the primary threat to free speech distracts from the broader cultural issues affecting all sides of the political spectrum.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 07, 2026
The suppression of unpopular opinions by the left is a serious threat to free speech that must be addressed to protect democracy.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 07, 2026
Both the left and the right present unique challenges to free speech, highlighting the need for a balanced approach to protect diverse viewpoints.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 07, 2026
Encouraging open dialogue is essential, as the fear of backlash stifles free expression from all political spectrums, damaging public discourse.
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