Re: Every Idea is an Incitement

[Steven Jamar]

On Sep 2, 2005, at 10:39 AM, Brad M Pardee wrote: It seems to me, though, that there are going to be people who object to the views of any commencement speaker who goes beyond Hallmark greeting card platitudes.  The person who strongly supports the war in Iraq isn't likely to appreciate a speaker along the lines of a Michael Moore.  The person who strongly opposes the war in Iraq isn't likely ot appreciate a speaker along the lines of President Bush.  Most commencement addresses that have any substance to them in addressing contemporary issues are going to go against the views of a measurable portion of those entitled to attend.  Why is it that only religious beliefs have to be censored to avoid objection and offense? Maybe its because of the special status of religion in the constitution -- i.e., the prohibition of establishment? Steve --  Prof. Steven D. Jamar                               vox:  202-806-8017 Howard University School of Law                     fax:  202-806-8567 2900 Van Ness Street NW                   mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Washington, DC  20008   http://www.law.howard.edu/faculty/pages/jamar/ "I care not what subject is taught if only it be taught well." Thomas H. Huxley

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