The issue focused on why public officials were considering laws that could criminalize political speech. Law enforcement officers are permitted to limit civil rights when they see fit, but law enforcement must make a legal case for any restrictions.

Hiding behind "Free Speech" legislation is not about freedom of speech. It's about government control and prohibition of legitimate political speech. — Eric Marcus (@ericmarcus) July 9, 2015

On Twitter, Republican attorney Matt Miller wrote: "If you're looking for free speech