The action of the city to enact an ordinance prohibiting the sale of publications criticizing government actions and policies is D. an unconstitutional restriction of speech.
Free speech is the constitutional right of a citizen to express their opinions without government restrictions. It is part of the First Amendment.
A. constitutional under the First Amendment.
B. an invalid invasion of individuals' privacy.
C. a violation of corporations' rights to certain privileges.
D. an unconstitutional restriction of speech.
Thus, if the city prohibits the bookstore from selling publications it considers critical of its actions and policies, it is likely D. an unconstitutional restriction of speech.
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