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EPISODE · Sep 20, 2025 · 1H

254: Threat To The First Amendment

from #SistersInLaw · host Politicon

Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to examine the recent suspension of Jimmy Kimmel, discuss why it happened, and break down the implications it has for our rights.  Then, the #Sisters analyze what constitutes hate speech under the 1st Amendment and why our laws are the way they are.  They also explain why we have a death penalty, outline what constitutes obstruction of justice, and call out the firing of Maureen Comey while asking whether it was a political move.Get the brand new ReSIStance T-Shirt & Mini Tote at politicon.com/merchAdditional #SistersInLaw Shows & Content Are Here!Check out Jill’s New Politicon YouTube Show: Just The FactsCheck out Kim’s Newsletter: The Gavel Books & Upcoming Tour Events From The #SistersJoyce’s new book, Giving Up Is Unforgivable, is now available for pre-order!  Not only that, for a limited time, you have the exclusive opportunity to order a signed copy here!Get Barb’s book, Attack From Within, now in paperback! And, don’t miss her ongoing tour!  You can buy tickets at barbaramcquade.com for all upcoming shows.Add the #Sisters & your other favorite Politicon podcast hosts on BlueskyGet your #SistersInLaw MERCH at politicon.com/merchWEBSITE & TRANSCRIPTEmail: [email protected] or Thread to @sistersInLaw.podcastGet text updates from #SistersInLaw and Politicon. From The #SistersBarb on Pam Bondi & Hate SpeechSupport This Week’s SponsorsHelix:Get 25% off sitewide through September 30th on Helix mattresses! Go to helixsleep.com/sisters Thrive Causemetics:Maximize your look with minimal effort. Go to thrivecausemetics.com/sisters for an exclusive offer of 20% off your first order.HexClad:Find your forever cookware @hexclad and get 10% off at hexclad.com/SISTERS! #hexcladpartnerGet More From The #SistersInLawJoyce Vance: Bluesky | Twitter | University of Alabama Law | Civil Discourse Substack | MSNBC | Author of “Giving Up Is Unforgiveable”Jill Wine-Banks: Bluesky | Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President | Just The Facts YouTubeKimberly Atkins Stohr: Bluesky | Twitter | Boston Globe | WBUR | The Gavel Newsletter | Justice By Design PodcastBarb McQuade: Bluesky | Twitter | University of Michigan Law | Just Security | MSNBC | Attack From Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America

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Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to examine the recent suspension of Jimmy Kimmel, discuss why it happened, and break down the implications it has for our rights.  Then, the #Sisters analyze what constitutes hate speech under the 1st Amendment and...

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