but the memo released by the justice department said this, quote: while spirited debate about policy matters is protected under our constitution, that protection does not extend to threats of violence or efforts to intimidate individuals based on their views. according to critics, the phrase efforts to i object tim date is dangerous for its gray area. federal involvement is inappropriate. especially when local laws already provide school board members the ability to file charges over threatening behavior. there s no place for physical violence anywhere for anyone, but there s also no place for intimidating parents from speaking their mind and caring about their kids education and their future. now the justice department has directed the fbi, u.s. attorney s offices to meet in the next 30 days with local law enforcement leaders across the country to discuss strategies. shannon? shannon: alex, thank you very much. we will stay on that and talk about it with the panel. republican