Boise Coffee Shop Owner Wins Free Speech Victory
Submitted by MAGA
Posted 3 hours ago
**Injustice**
A Boise State University coffee shop owner, Sarah Fendley, has been awarded a staggering $4 million in damages after a jury ruled that the university violated her First Amendment rights.
Fendley's legal battle began in 2020 when her pro-police sentiments, marked by a thin blue line sticker at her coffee shop, ignited outrage among a small but vocal group of radical student activists.
The controversy erupted in the wake of George Floyd's tragic death, a moment that saw many individuals across the country adopt a harsh stance against law enforcement.
In a display of profound hypocrisy, Boise State administrators chose to capitulate to these extremist views, effectively shutting down Fendley's business and silencing her right to express support for the police.
Fendley originally sought $10 million in damages, citing substantial losses, including reputational harm and emotional distress after her shop was forcibly closed.
After months of legal proceedings, a jury unanimously awarded her $3 million for lost business and additional damages for the emotional and psychological toll of the university's actions.
This outcome serves as a potent reminder of the ongoing struggle between free speech and the rising influence of radical leftist ideologies on college campuses.
Fendley’s resilience and commitment to her principles offer inspiration to those who believe in the importance of supporting law enforcement and standing firm against the onslaught of cancel culture.
Despite the challenges she faced, Fendley emerged victorious, sending a strong message: The fight for free speech and the right to support law enforcement must continue, and those who would seek to silence dissenting voices will be held accountable.
Her story underscores the importance of standing up against the radical elements trying to dictate the narrative on college campuses across the nation.
As America reflects on this significant ruling, it raises critical questions about the future of free speech, rights, and the values that protect our fundamental freedoms.
Sources:
independentsentinel.com
thegatewaypundit.com
lifenews.com
A Boise State University coffee shop owner, Sarah Fendley, has been awarded a staggering $4 million in damages after a jury ruled that the university violated her First Amendment rights.
Fendley's legal battle began in 2020 when her pro-police sentiments, marked by a thin blue line sticker at her coffee shop, ignited outrage among a small but vocal group of radical student activists.
The controversy erupted in the wake of George Floyd's tragic death, a moment that saw many individuals across the country adopt a harsh stance against law enforcement.
In a display of profound hypocrisy, Boise State administrators chose to capitulate to these extremist views, effectively shutting down Fendley's business and silencing her right to express support for the police.
Fendley originally sought $10 million in damages, citing substantial losses, including reputational harm and emotional distress after her shop was forcibly closed.
After months of legal proceedings, a jury unanimously awarded her $3 million for lost business and additional damages for the emotional and psychological toll of the university's actions.
This outcome serves as a potent reminder of the ongoing struggle between free speech and the rising influence of radical leftist ideologies on college campuses.
Fendley’s resilience and commitment to her principles offer inspiration to those who believe in the importance of supporting law enforcement and standing firm against the onslaught of cancel culture.
Despite the challenges she faced, Fendley emerged victorious, sending a strong message: The fight for free speech and the right to support law enforcement must continue, and those who would seek to silence dissenting voices will be held accountable.
Her story underscores the importance of standing up against the radical elements trying to dictate the narrative on college campuses across the nation.
As America reflects on this significant ruling, it raises critical questions about the future of free speech, rights, and the values that protect our fundamental freedoms.
Sources:
independentsentinel.com
thegatewaypundit.com
lifenews.com
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