—Trademark law is a shield to defend against consumer confusion—not a sword to attack speech protected by the First Amendment. You cannot meaningfully discuss anything without naming what you are talking about. The First Amendment protects the basic freedom to meaningful discussion and criticism for everyone.
Masami Kanegae, Staff Attorney, ACLU of Utah.
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