I think there is a gross misunderstanding of the first amendment.
Now I am not a lawyer, but I can read, and this seems pretty clear to me:
"Amendment I
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."
This says that congress cannot create laws that prevent the free expression of ideas. It does not say you have the right to call people names or belittle or demean them. It does not say that you are not liable for your words. The first amendment in no way relieves you of responsibility for the words you choose.
You do not have the right to use language with malice. You have the right not to have the government restrict your use of language with malice.
You do not have the right to keep your job.
You do not have the right to release of liability from slander.
You do not have the right to release of liability from any resulting damage.
And you do not have the right to stand unconfronted.
And I promise you; I will confront you.
