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“The First Amendment is often inconvenient. But that is beside the point. Inconvenience does not absolve the government of its obligation to tolerate speech.” quote by Anthony Kennedy
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“The First Amendment is often inconvenient. But that is beside the point. Inconvenience does not absolve the government of its obligation to tolerate speech.”

Anthony Kennedy

About This Quote

Source Speech: Supreme Court Oral Argument, 2006

First Amendment freedoms can be inconvenient but remain essential; inconvenience doesn't excuse suppression.

In simple terms: Freedom of speech may be inconvenient.

Key Takeaway

Defend speech rights despite discomfort.

Themes

free speech government rights

Mood

serious analytical

Type

legal reflective

When to use this quote

  • political protests
  • media reporting
  • online platforms

Key Concepts

constitutional law civil liberties

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should speech be limited?
  • How do we protect speech without harm?
A Different Perspective

Balancing speech with hate‑speech concerns is complex.

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