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Annette Cwik /p> p> The difference between what Mark Goldblatt did, and what those other men did is that Goldblatt is, or should be, protected by tenure, while cops and firefighters are not. Goldblatt ignores the larger issue: The rights extended by the concept freedom of speech are intended to protect unpopular speech. When you think about it, popular speech doesn't need protection. br> -- unsigned /p> p> By your logic Trent Lott should still be Majority Leader. That would not be a good thing. I believe there is no hard and fast rule by which a public servant's private acts can be judged. The circumstances of each case are too varied. I think these incidents have been handled the best way possible with the public that is served weighing in and making a local decision. By all means let those that hold opinions express them in any way they like. But remember, an individual's rights do not exist in a vacuum. Public displays that embarrass and degrade the dignity of others will certainly reap consequences. br> -- Ed Callahan /p> p> RAIDER NATION : br> Re: "The Bucs Stop Here" letters in Reader Mail's Bring Back the Dixie Chicks :

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