Naming dispute as free-speech lens for policy and bias

Draft a 5-sentence piece exploring the Build-A-Bear naming dispute as a lens on free speech and corporate policy. Begin with a concise incident recap (teen vs. manager over naming a bear after Charlie Kirk) and frame the central tension: personal expression versus brand standards. Integrate one of the productive angles—such as policy consistency, customer service ethics, or media framing—by proposing a simple evaluative question or rubric readers can apply. Use a neutral, evidence-focused tone, citing the core facts and noting any legal or contractual boundaries. End with a takeaway about how retail policy shapes or reflects broader political and cultural debates.

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