EPISODE · Sep 19, 2025 · 38 MIN
Losing Your Job Over “Free Speech” - Part 1
from NightSide With Dan Rea · host WBZ-AM
In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s murder, there have been countless examples of people losing their jobs or being suspended over their controversial comments about Kirk’s death. Late night host Jimmy Kimmel is the latest public figure to be suspended, and his show pulled “indefinitely” for comments he made during an opening monologue on his show earlier in the week. What constitutes as free speech, and can you separate yourself and your political viewpoints from that of your company? Dan discussed the legalities of free speech and working for a privately owned company or entity that might hold your comments against you. Attorney Harvey Silverglate joined us to discuss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s murder, there have been countless examples of people losing their jobs or being suspended over their controversial comments about Kirk’s death. Late night host Jimmy Kimmel is the latest public figure to be suspended, and...
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