I am making this episode open to the public, instead of limited to VIP Subscribers, because of the importance of the issue we explore.
In this episode, Notorious Rob discusses a significant legal case involving Chad DeVries, a Realtor facing ethics charges from the Arizona Association of Realtors for memes he shared on his private social media accounts. Joined by his lawyer, constitutional attorney Ryan Heath, they explore the implications of free speech in the real estate profession, the community backlash Chad faced, and the legal strategies being employed to challenge NAR's Speech Code. The conversation delves into the emotional toll of the situation, the importance of standing up for one's beliefs, and the potential consequences of the case for all Realtor Associations and for Realtors nationwide.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Case and Guests
06:02 Political Campaign and Community Backlash
11:59 The Hearing Process and Initial Reactions
17:58 Legal Theory Behind the Lawsuit
23:55 Controversial Posts and Community Reactions
32:22 Consequences of Speech Codes in Real Estate
38:48 First Amendment and Quasi-Governmental Entities
44:58 Civil Rights and Free Speech Claims
50:09 The Path Forward for Realtors
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