The Word “86” Isn’t the Threat — The Reaction Is

86 isn’t a threat. It’s slang. So why is it suddenly being treated like a crime?In this episode of The Cerf Report, we examine the history of the word “86,” the legal standard for true threats, and how ambiguous language can be reframed to create fear. When words are treated as weapons, the real casualty may be the First Amendment. Get full access to The Cerf Report at thecerfreport.substack.com/subscribe