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Thus, Harlan ’ s arguments can be constructed in three major points: First, states ( California ) cannot censor their citizens in order to make a “ civil ” society.

Second, knowing where to draw the line between harmless heightened emotion and vulgarity can be difficult.

Third, people bring passion to politics and vulgarity is simply a side effect of a free exchange of ideas — no matter how radical they may be.