One of the prerogatives of American citizenship is the right to criticize public men and measures — and that means not only informed and responsible criticism, but the freedom to speak foolishly and without moderation.

Felix Frankfurter (1882-1965) US Supreme Court Justice, jurist and teacher
Baumgartner v. United States, 322 U.S. 665 (1944)

 
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