Topic: Senate Signatories

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Fact Pattern
Episode 623 22:11 - 26:46

623: Fact Pattern

Chuck Schumer and the Balancing Test Argument

Senator Chuck Schumer argues that no constitutional amendment is absolute, comparing campaign finance limits to laws against child pornography and shouting "fire" in a theater. He advocates for a "balancing test" for the First and Second Amendments. The hosts list the early signatories of the amendment, including Tom Udall, Barbara Boxer, and Al Franken, while criticizing their legislative IQ.