If a person yells "fire" in a crowded theater when there is no fire,and people are hurt in the ensuing panic,that individual abused his freedom of speech according to the doctrine of

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The doctrine of "clear and present danger" states that the government has the right to limit free speech if it poses a clear and present danger to public safety. Yelling "fire" in a crowded theater when there is no fire can cause a panic and put people in danger, thus it falls under the category of clear and present danger.

If a Person Yells "Fire" in a Crowded Theater When