A U.S. District Court judge has ruled against Texas A&M University's ban on drag performances, affirming the First Amendment rights of students. The lawsuit, brought by LGBTQ+ organizations and supported by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression, highlighted the importance of free speech at public universities. The ruling allows the annual Draggieland event to proceed as planned, emphasizing that universities are essential places for free expression, regardless of the political views being expressed. This decision is considered a significant victory for student rights in Texas.
"Nowhere is free speech more important than in our leading institutions of higher learning... The First Amendment protection covers politically conservative speakers, politically progressive, and politically radical speakers."
"Today is a resounding victory for the First Amendment at public universities in Texas... State officials should stop trying to score political points at the expense of students' First Amendment rights."
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