Rough Thesis

The ability to speak openly has always been a factor and a basis of American society. However, this seemingly harmless and usually positive ideal of the United States has led to fluctuating enforcement of unlawful activities across the country. In many places, such as conservative Southern areas, the idea of free speech is restricted. On the other hand, on a campus like UCF, policies and restrictions towards free speech appear relaxed and less enforced. This can be attributed to an overall more liberal attitude toward the subject of speech. Due to the ability of lawmakers and enforcers to interpret the rights given to the people through time, a grey area has formed across the U.S. in which certain locations, such as the University of Central Florida campus, have gained the ability to present ideals pertaining to activities deemed unlawful or taboo by a majority of society.