Free speech is expensive. The University spent $600,000 on security for Ben Shapiro’s visit. They spent the same amount on the cancelled Ann Coulter visit. By the end of Shapiro’s visit, 9 people had been arrested, but no major violence was reported. Meanwhile, Sproul Plaza was closed off as a security precaution. Another cost of Free Speech in the ideological battles, as the politicized speech was given, while public spaces were closed down.
Mr. Blawt over 6 years ago
Free speech is expensive. The University spent $600,000 on security for Ben Shapiro’s visit. They spent the same amount on the cancelled Ann Coulter visit. By the end of Shapiro’s visit, 9 people had been arrested, but no major violence was reported. Meanwhile, Sproul Plaza was closed off as a security precaution. Another cost of Free Speech in the ideological battles, as the politicized speech was given, while public spaces were closed down.