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Tom Weber

Charlottesville rally sparks conversation about free speech

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Jane Kirtley, professor at the University of Minnesota's School of Journalism and Mass Communication, joined the show to discussd what the First Amendment's broad protections of free speech mean for people who aren't in power and may find that speech offensive.

To hear her full discussion with Tom Weber, use the audio player above.