Cell phones fall under free speech, banning them in public places is not only unnecessary but also unfair. Cellular devices are not illegal, they have been in public places for many years. They are simply an everyday occurrence, commonly seen everywhere you go. Talking to your friends, your family, is important to us. We shouldn't be exiled to only have to use them in private. Sometimes, locating a private place might prove difficult. For example, if you were in a retail store, which is a large open area, where could you go to talk if you were to receive a phone call? Not only that, but you may have family members who don't live nearby, such as in a different time zone. or maybe even a brother, uncle, or other family member who is overseas defending our country! Communication with them is rare, so when the opportunity arises, take it. If they call you while you were in a public place... well, you'll have to call them back later. Which isn't always an option. Therefore, we should not be limited to our cell phone in the United States...