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Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

So when the FBI conspired with Twitter employees to squelch opinions critical of or contrary to the government policies, then they were clearly violating citizens first amendment rights.

So that is why I consider him a true hero despite his numerous flaws. Of course many disagree because they believe that the ends justify the means. But if you have to resort to censorship to promote your opinion then perhaps you should reconsider your position.