New Orleans Eases Restrictions on Superbowl Protests
Speech-limiting "clear zone" clarified and reined-in
NEW ORLEANS — The ACLU of Louisiana and the City of New Orleans have reached an amicable agreement to modify the "Clean Zone" regulations adopted by the City in advance of the Super Bowl. In response to an ACLU lawsuit filed on behalf of a political protester and a preacher, the City has agreed to substantially change policies that could have severely restricted constitutionally protected speech, from political and religious messages to advertisements promoting the City's local businesses.
"This is a great result for the people of New Orleans, our visitors and businesses within the Clean Zone," said Marjorie R. Esman, ACLU of Louisiana Executive Director. "The language of the Clean Zone ordinance and guide was originally unclear and much too broad, but with these changes, individuals can rest assured that their Mardi Gras flags can fly, their political opinions can be expressed, and local businesses can advertise with much fewer restrictions."
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