But the protesters most assuredly do not have (and should not have) the right to deny and infringe on the rights and autonomy of others. It should also be note

But the protesters most assuredly do not have (and should not have) the right to deny and infringe on the rights and autonomy of others. It should also be noted that the speaker was due to speak at a university, an organization that's supposed to be dedicated to the free exchange of ideas. The protesters are certainly free to not attend his speech and to express their disapproval of him in ways that don't silence or harass others.