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The First Amendment protects all speech on most campuses (at all public universities, and even at private schools in states like New Jersey). Free speech is not only protected by law; it's an important academic value: how can we seek the truth when we don't allow dissenting views?

The value of free speech is currently being tested by a surge in white supremacist propaganda on college campuses  

Given this disturbing trend, college students have conflicting views about free speech on college campuses, which you can read about in brooking views among college students regarding the first amendment results from a new survey.

Finally, read about this recent episode at Penn State refuses request by white nationalist Richard Spencer speak at university - The Washington Post.

Now, imagine that Richard Spencer has requested to speak at Rider University. Write a letter to the editor of the Rider News, explaining to President Dell’Omo and your fellow students why you believe he should or should not be allowed to speak on campus, and why. What principles are stake in this kind of situation? How should students respond if Spencer does come to campus? Make sure to write your letter in a way that is respectful to ALL of your readers, including those who disagree with you. Also, refer directly to at least two of the above readings. ANYTHING you quote or paraphrase should be cited.