Reply #9: Oh I agree. The authors were probably just venting or protesting. [View All]

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For all I know, their INTENT might have been peachy. But the content of the message could be reasonably construed as inciting violence.


And just like how saying "But I was just venting and didn't mean to cause a panic" would not be a very strong defense for shouting "Fire!" in a crowded theater, certain vents/rants/protests are not going to be protected free speech.

It's more of a practical consideration than a formal one.