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In Indiana, we are taking a stand and protecting the First Amendment. A new, unanimously supported law protects free speech at public colleges and universities throughout the state, and prevents free speech zones from popping up on campuses. These zones are established by administrators and confine free speech to designated areas – often in remote locations – where students are then allowed to speak, protest or advocate for a cause. The law also prevents colleges from discriminating against and denying benefits to student groups on the basis of religion, political affiliation or ideology, and sets clear guidelines for Indiana colleges and universities to ensure free speech is permitted. |
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Free speech must be protected, including in places of higher learning where there is often an abundance of different opinions and ideologies. This is an important step in providing clear guidance to higher education institutions in our state and in preventing infringements on the First Amendment right protecting speech in public areas.Â
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