NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Shaking violently between sobs, parent Sarah Shoop Neumann could only manage a whisper as state troopers escorted her out of a Tennessee legislative hearing where she was
A new rule in Tennessee that would have blocked people from holding signs during legislative meetings comes as statehouses use varying sets of rules to govern how the public can voice their opinions. While acts of protest are common in legislatures, states often have rules in place to limit disruptions to government proceedings. People who go to capitols to voice their opinions often face regulations that limit the display of signs, political messaging on clothing and even where people can gather. In some cases, lawmakers have pursued policies that effectively limit acts of protest, leading to legal resistance and free speech criticisms.
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