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New York City Councilwoman Vickie Paladino has been vocal about the ongoing protests. During a recent discussion, she emphasized her commitment to free speech, stating, “I’m a free speech absolutist.” However, she believes the conduct of the protesters has crossed into unacceptable territory, describing their actions as akin to terrorism. According to Paladino, protests that disrupt the educational environment and threaten the safety of students are intolerable.