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Spectator Free Speech: Is The Right To Cheer A First Amendment Free Speech Right?, Bruce Haller

Faculty Works: Business (1973-2022)

This paper explores the parameters of the limits of sport spectator under current law. The nature of the venue will be examined. The difference between the arena of a public university, an arena subsidized by public funds or tax incentives, and a privately owned stadium will be compared and analyzed. Paying customers in a place of public accommodation have the right to speak, be heard and not have to hear offensive speech. Is there an assumption of risk involved in the foreseeability of what is known or culturally expected to occur in the sports or entertainment facility? Should a patron …