Except, from the description above, the use of slurs in public has long been held to be “Fighting Words” under 1st amendment law. His initial actions were not protected speech and are considered an act of violence.
Also, her walking over to confront him was not an invitation for assault. He provoked her, assaulted her, and she threatened to defend herself if he continued his assault. This is how these sorts of cases have been adjudicated for a long time. We will see if this one is, but it is how it should be.
Except, from the description above, the use of slurs in public has long been held to be “Fighting Words” under 1st amendment law. His initial actions were not protected speech and are considered an act of violence.
Also, her walking over to confront him was not an invitation for assault. He provoked her, assaulted her, and she threatened to defend herself if he continued his assault. This is how these sorts of cases have been adjudicated for a long time. We will see if this one is, but it is how it should be.