Let's put the freedom of speech issue to rest, shall we?
Actually you can't.
The entire thing is rotten.
He was recorded with out his knowledge or approval....Violation of civil rights
The recording was sold/given to TMZ without Sterlings knowledge/approval.
(It's not about what he said, that was wrong thats a given), but how the information/recording was gotten and then publicly broadcast. His right to privacy was violated and there in it will most likely go to court.
Like it or not, he is protected by the Constitution. Just like you and I are.
Love,
Liz