Communication Quote by Anthony Kennedy
“A law imposing criminal penalties on protected speech is a stark example of speech suppression.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Supreme Court Opinion, United States v. Texas, 2016
Criminalizing protected speech exemplifies governmental overreach and threatens free expression.
In simple terms: Punishing speech is a form of suppression.
Guard against laws that punish speech.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legislative drafting
- court rulings
- public protest
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Should speech be limited for safety?
- How to protect dissenting voices?
Balancing security concerns with civil liberties is complex.