Man Says Obscene Gesture Is Free Speech - VGF

***Ynot Shane*** · 03-15-2006, 12:04 AM

Published: Tue, 14 Mar 2006 20:53:45 GMT

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A motorist believes the constitutional right to free speech includes obscene hand gestures....
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GRENTLEMEN · 03-15-2006, 06:24 AM

Freedom of Speech as long as no one's offended.

Legion · 03-15-2006, 12:11 PM

Since when was body language considered 'speech'?

GRENTLEMEN · 03-15-2006, 03:04 PM

Are you going to tell me those who rely on sign language are not due free speech rights? Communication is communication.

Legion · 03-15-2006, 05:38 PM

Point.

OK, yes, it's a thorny issue. And I am too tired at the moment to debate it further.

***CaptHayfever*** · 03-16-2006, 03:12 PM

No, throwing thorns at people is definitely not protected as free speech.

And remember, "I'm-a Luigi, number one!"

03-15-2006, 12:04 AM	#1
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