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by DiogenesKynikos 437 days ago
> They were political agitators.

Political agitation is Constitutionally protected in the United States. In fact, it's one of the most important activities that people like Jefferson and Madison wanted to protect.

> A visa is a privilege not a right, and may be revoked for any reason

No, it cannot be revoked for any reason. Revoking visas because of Constitutionally protected speech is a clear violation of the 1st Amendment. The government is not allowed to retaliate against people (not just citizens - anyone) for speech.

> Name me a country who accepts that from its visitors .

Every liberal democracy.

> nobody wants extra trouble makers

Nobody wants fascists, but we're not kicking you out.

> Imagine you invite a guest in your house

This isn't your house. It's the United States of America. There are laws and Constitutional rights. If you don't like it, how about you go somewhere more suited to your tastes - somewhere without freedom of speech and due process.