ACLU Supports John Oliver In Defense of Defamation Lawsuit | THR News

ACLU Supports John Oliver In Defense of Defamation Lawsuit | THR News

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The video discusses a legal case where HBO and John Oliver are sued by coal baron Robert Murray for defamation. The case involves a broadcast that criticized Murray's handling of a mine collapse. The ACLU filed a humorous amicus brief defending HBO, highlighting free speech rights and mocking the lawsuit's claims. The video explains legal terms and the significance of the case.

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What humorous element did the ACLU include in their amicus brief?

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According to the ACLU, what is the legal stance on being mean to someone in the context of free speech?

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