Sunday, August 14, 2011

When Free Speech is Not Allowed

From an AP article: An illegal, Orwellian violation of free-speech rights? Or just a smart tactic to protect train passengers from rowdy would-be demonstrators during a busy evening commute?


The question resonated Saturday in San Francisco and beyond as details emerged of Bay Area Rapid Transit officials' decision to cut off underground cellphone service for a few hours at several stations Thursday. Commuters at stations from downtown to near the city's main airport were affected as BARTofficials sought to tactically thwart a planned protest over the recent fatal shooting of a 45-year-old man by transit police.

So here are a couple of questions for you:





Many thanks for taking the time to answer.