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MACDONALD: Nashua Loses, Scaers and Free Speech Win

First Circuit “Punches” That Nashole Jim Donhcess in the Face You will be familiar with the numerous instances of the City of Nashua exercising unconstitutional viewpoint discrimination. A commoner with a basic understanding of free speech could see it. But the City of Nashua is suffering from the “leadership” of a Machiavellian Narcissistic Psychopath (just … Read more

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OPINION: Words Are Violence

The American Left has adopted the philosophy that “words are violence,” and as such, it must be responded to with not words – but physical violence. Understand what I’m saying. To the left, anyone saying something that offends, discredits or challenges their world view or established narrative, is in itself, an act of violence, therefore, … Read more

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CORNERSTONE: NH Court Dismisses Criminal Charge in Major Free Speech Victory

Concord, NH — Cornerstone Policy Research announced today that the Strafford County Superior Court has dismissed State v. Isaac Santiago, a criminal case in which the State attempted to prosecute a man for criminal threatening based solely on the religious statement: “Be saved today or you will perish in your sins!” This ruling marks a significant affirmation … Read more

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KLAR: US Supreme Court Weighs Conversion Therapy Free Speech Challenge

The US Supreme Court recently heard oral arguments in a case challenging a Colorado law prohibiting conversion therapy, which involves counseling gay or transgender counselees who question their gender identity or sexual orientation. The law prohibits therapists from discussing gender dysphoria and sexual orientation with minors unless they are “affirming” transgender identities or gay behaviors. … Read more

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IMANI: The Perilous Erosion of Free Speech in Europe and Beyond

In an era where truth is increasingly subordinated to comfort, my colleague and a close friend, Elisabeth Sabaditsch-Wolff (an intrepid Austrian counter-jihad activist and human rights and free speech advocate), stands as a beacon of unyielding courage. Sabaditsch-Wolff has endured personal persecution for daring to voice historical facts that challenge prevailing sensitivities.  Her October 2025 speech … Read more

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CLINE: Join Us in Reviving the Free Exchange of Ideas in New Hampshire

On September 9, the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) released its 2026 campus free speech rankings, concluding that “America’s colleges get an ‘F’ for poor free speech climate.”  “More students than ever think violence and chaos are acceptable alternatives to peaceful protest,” FIRE Chief Research Advisor Sean Stevens said on the report’s release. “This … Read more

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JANZ: Are We LISTENING To Ourselves?

I recently posted an article on mental illness, and the bottom of the article made reference to crimes committed by those with mental illness. More important is the current discussion over the 1st Amendment and whether there are any restrictions on it, as well as what those restrictions might be. Also, whether the government does … Read more

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KLAR: Charlie Kirk and the Crisis of Free Speech in America

 I met Charlie Kirk here in Vermont back in November of 2021, when he spoke at the uber-liberal University of Vermont in his “Exposing Critical Racism Tour.” Especially for such a young man, he was profoundly intelligent and confident, exhibiting a Christian faith and outspoken courage that was matched by humility and grace. He stayed … Read more

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LEMISKA: Free Speech, Hateful Rhetoric, and Useful Idiots

Those three elements converged early on a September afternoon to destroy two young lives. One was well-known and well-respected, a beloved husband and father, a crusader for free speech. The other was an obscure coward, who threw away what could have been a promising future. He had succumbed to the hateful lies relentlessly spewed by … Read more

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GT MORNING UPDATE: Money and Learning

Today on the GT Morning Update, more proof that money leads to less learning, New Hampshire ‘Kid’ threatens NH Governor online, and Kimmel wasn’t canceled. Speakers’ opinions are their own and may not represent those of Grok Media, LLC, GraniteGrok.com, its sponsors, readers, authors, or advertisers. Got Something to Say, We Want to Hear It. … Read more

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MACDONALD: How Could They Not Know The Risk?

The untimely demise of Turning Point USA’s CEO has created a wealth of fertile ground. Charlie’s passing has energized the world to step up and speak out in favor of free speech. While not a big deal in the United States, no other nation in the world has our First Amendment. So-called western Democracies are … Read more

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MACDONALD: Sotomayor Was Never Bad On Free Speech

The sort-of, kind-of fallout has begun to settle from AG Pam Bondi’s remarks about prosecuting hate speech. It’s been a few days, an interminable amount of internet time, and other mausements are bound to distract. No one’s talking about the war in Ukraine, for example, so if Bondi can manage not to attract attention, the … Read more

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MACDONALD: The Hate Speech Problem

Attorney General Pam Bondi has had a few missteps as the nation’s top cop, but that’s to be expected. It’s a big stage, a big job, and given how the Trump Administration is taking on the largest pruning of the Federal Kudzu beast ever attempted, there are lots of legal things that would find their … Read more

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ORTOLANO: Free Speech for the Board, Restriction for the People

On August 4, 2025, the Personnel and Administrative Affairs Committee reviewed an ordinance sponsored by Alderman Rick Dowd to prohibit flags, banners, and signs in the Aldermanic Chamber. The ordinance was poorly drafted and, according to the New England First Amendment Coalition, raised serious constitutional concerns about viewpoint discrimination. Despite the importance of the issue, … Read more

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Ortolano: Free Speech is Not a “Stunt”

A Letter to Nashua’s Ward 8 Constituents I am writing to you today as a concerned citizen and an active participant in our city’s legislative process. I want to address the recent newsletter from your Alderman, Derek Thibeault, and correct several factual inaccuracies regarding the public comment policy and my actions at the Personnel and … Read more

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