Political pundits weigh in on St. George decision to end public comment at council meetings
Focus on balancing the government’s interest with people’s rights and, if possible, decide in favor of maintaining freedom of speech, one expert advises.
St. George Police Chief Kyle Whitehead (left) tells crowd at various times to “calm down,” “chill out” and “relax,” at a City Council meeting on May 4, 2023. This took place after the mayor recessed the meeting due to unruly behavior.