Sam posted a series of hateful comments on a social media site. The social media site banned Sam. Sam argues this is a violation of his First Amendment right to free speech and he should be allowed back on the social media site.

Question

Did the social media site violate Sam's constitutional right to free speech?

"Yes; the First Amendment clearly states speech is a protected right. Social media is a form of speech that cannot be limited".
"No; the First Amendment prevents the government from limiting Sam's speech. Private companies can decide what speech is acceptable on their social media site."
"Yes; the First Amendment protects Sam's right to speak freely on social media. This right cannot be limited by government or a company like a social media site."
"No; the First Amendment protects the right of the press to speak freely. Private citizens like Sam are not protected."

Answer 1

"No; the First Amendment prevents the government from limiting Sam's speech. Private companies can decide what speech is acceptable on their social media site."

Answer 2

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Answer 3

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