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U.S. Supreme Court

Jul. 23, 2011

Supreme Court takes varying views on free speech

A former San Diego Councilman's efforts to overturn his bribery conviction on free speech grounds marks the latest attempt to grab the attention of a Supreme Court known for holding expansive views on the First Amendment.


By Robert Iafolla


Daily Journal Staff Writer


WASHINGTON - A former San Diego Councilman's efforts to overturn his bribery conviction on free speech grounds marks the latest attempt to grab the attention of a Supreme Court known for holding expansive views on the First Amendment.


Disgraced politician Ralph Inzunza was found guilty in 2005 by a federal jury for receiving campaign donations in exchange for his efforts to repeal the city's...

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