JOURNAL ARTICLE

Why Rep. Zooey Zephyr's Free Speech Lawsuit is Unprecedented.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 16 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Burga, Solcyre 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses Montana State Representative Zooey Zephyr's lawsuit, which she filed to challenge her censure by the Montana House, arguing it infringes on her right to free speech and that of her constituents. The lawsuit, supported by the American Civil Liberties Union, claims that barring her from participating in legislative debate violates both her rights and those of the 11,000 constituents she represents. Legal experts describe the case as unprecedented, highlighting its implications for legislative conduct and the rights of elected officials. Zephyr seeks an injunction to allow her participation in the final days of the legislative session, emphasizing the broader trend of using procedural rules to suppress dissent in Republican-led legislatures. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/05, p16
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Law
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:163484767
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