"Slate for Cambridge candidates didn’t know of his past beliefs and condemn them in the strongest terms,” the group wrote in a joint statement. Condemning the words shows a moralistic view denigrating the views expressed. It is one reason why it is nearly impossible to have rational discussions in Cambridge and at universities. A more appropriate phrase is "we disagree" with what the ex-candidate said. That would show respect for the person instead of saying this person said bad things implying he is a bad person. Too bad Cambridge city officials, voters, Harvard University students and professors are unable to show respect for those with whom they disagree.
This is also a First Amendment issue denying a person protected speech, no matter how hateful. Some of the condemners are public officials, who took oaths to defend the state and US Constitutions. They are chilling speech. See Harvard Law School Prof. Archibald Cox's book, Freedom of Expression to see what is protected speech. Lively discussion on Cambridge Chronicle site.
http://www.thecrimson.com/article/2015/10/28/sanzone-drops-council-race/
Sanzone Exits Council Race After Racist Comments Revelations
By M. HANL PARK and SAMUEL VASQUEZ,
Harvard CRIMSON STAFF WRITERS
October 28, 2015
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