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Am walking off a redeye from LAX. 3 reflections on

1. I’m a 1st Amendment absolutist. Comedians get latitude to cross hard lines.

10:19 AM · Jun 3, 2017

Kolyan DasGupta

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Does that apply to

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What!!! Comedians get "latitude" in free speech ??? So comedians have a greater degree of privilege? Are you insane? Beyond partisan lines ❌

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Comedians are the new protected class. Oy vey! Our forefathers would be spinning now!!!

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HBO isn't national tv.....

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Brannon McAllister

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That's what he said.

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U laughed at one of the most racist thing said on TV in a long time by a rich old white guy. This clip will be saved for your next election.

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You r toast Ben in ur next election.. u wee anyway but this seals the deal

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@VinylRecordsGuy

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Ben, not sure why you felt it was a good idea to go on Maher's show but please take note of the ability to twist your words & actions

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