Memorandum: Partnership Among Federal, State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Law Enforcement to Address Threats Against School Personnel

Government Record · Merrick B. Garland, Attorney General · October 4, 2021

Garland addressed harassment, intimidation, and threats; he did not label all parents domestic terrorists. NSBA’s separate letter said certain acts could amount to domestic terrorism and hate crimes.

While spirited debate about policy matters is protected under our Constitution, that protection does not extend to threats of violence or efforts to intimidate individuals based on their views.

Memorandum

Garland addressed harassment, intimidation, and threats; he did not label all parents domestic terrorists. NSBA’s separate letter said certain acts could amount to domestic terrorism and hate crimes.

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