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Originally posted by Superbelt
That is a completely different situation. I have been a part in the decision making process in approving routes for protests. We do not plan the routes as a way of keeping protests away from the activity or person. We approve the routes to keep from disrupting traffic and to keep the protesters and motorists from the imminenty physical harm of the interaction of high speed cars and masses of people.
As was said by the Secret Service people, he could have stayed if he dropped his sign. There is no more proof needed that his freedom of expression was stifled.
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Sorry but the way that you approve routes is not the same across the country. Routes have been modified so they do not pass through certain areas, in front of certain buildings, etc.
And what of the abortion protesters? Are they not told the same thing? Are you concerned with their rights being infringed upon?