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Columbia’s Median Ban Sparks Free Speech Debate | Jefferson City News
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- Jul 1, 2026
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Columbia’s new median ban is sparking controversy as protesters, including panhandlers claiming First Amendment rights, challenge the city’s safety-driven crackdown—some even taking citations to protest, while drivers rally in support, turning a traffic rule into a flashpoint for free speech vs. public safety. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a0b2d8ab3692c88f