Obama Must Tread Fine Line on Scholars Barred From the U.S. for Their Views

by E Wayne Ross on March 20, 2009

The Chronicle: Obama Must Tread Fine Line on Scholars Barred From the U.S. for Their Views

Imagine a world where people can say whatever they want but are forced to wear earplugs at all times. What value would free speech have? The First Amendment does not just protect our right to express ideas; it protects our right to take them in. Its whole point is to ensure access to the thoughts of others, based on a belief that a successful democracy requires an informed citizenry and open debate.

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