The doctrine of the heckler's veto protects the free speech rights of minorities by giving lone dissenters equal rights to speak as individuals chosen as part of an organized speech activity.

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The doctrine of the heckler's veto refers to a situation where a speaker's right to free speech is curtailed or restricted to prevent a reacting audience's negative, hostile, or violent response. It does not protect free speech rights by giving lone dissenters equal rights to speak; rather, it is often criticized for potentially suppressing free speech by allowing the threat of disruption to silence speakers.

The Doctrine of the Heckler's Veto Protects the Free Speech