If an individual speaks as a citizen on an issue of _____,the government canrestrict speech only to the extent necessary to ensure the efficient and effective operationof the employer.
A) private matter
B) public concern
C) private matter and public concern
D) none of the above

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The government is limited in its ability to restrict speech on matters of public concern under the First Amendment of the United States Constitution. However, if the individual is speaking as an employee of the government or a private employer, there may be some permissible restrictions on speech to ensure the efficient operation of the employer.

If an Individual Speaks as a Citizen on an Issue