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(I think you meant "defame" instead of "proclaim.")
The First Amendment guarantees free speech. It does not grant immunity from the results of said speech. If John Snow and the magazine disagree with Zumbo's original position, why did they allow it out? THEY have free speech, too - and that means they do NOT have to print whatever drops into the editor's inbox. A good editor pays serious attention to what any published bit will mean to his magazine, be that a libel suit, defamation of character, liability claims - or loss of advertising and subscription income.
They let Zumbo pour gasoline on the fire; they'll have to expect heat and ashes.
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