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EPISODE · Feb 13, 2026 · 23 MIN

Episode 17 - Protest, Power, and the Rule of Law

from The Associates Did It · host Todd Cohen

In this episode, Dr. Carpenter discusses the right to protest under the First Amendment, emphasizing its historical roots and constitutional foundations. He explores the importance of peaceful assembly, the role of public forums, and the legal limitations on protests, including the prohibition of force and the implications of imminent lawless action. The conversation highlights the necessity of disagreement in a healthy democracy and concludes with a reaffirmation of the constitutional command for peaceful protest.

In this episode, Dr. Carpenter discusses the right to protest under the First Amendment, emphasizing its historical roots and constitutional foundations. He explores the importance of peaceful assembly, the role of public forums, and the legal limitations on protests, including the prohibition of force and the implications of imminent lawless action. The conversation highlights the necessity of disagreement in a healthy democracy and concludes with a reaffirmation of the constitutional command for peaceful protest.

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