Saturday, October 27, 2007
Freedom of Speech
I agree with Milena Ateya’s point of view that freedom of speech is a blessing and should not be hindered regardless of any offense one might take. I believe a “hate speech,” although nasty, is allowed. It merely is displaying one person’s opinion of something (or someone). Not all who listen to the speech will agree with it. If such a speech were given on a college campus, then those who hear it will react either negatively or will agree with it (either wholly or in part). It is right that other students react in a way that is legal such as counter arguments, peaceful protesting, and other such show of opinion and stance. I believe it is possible to say whatever is on our mind provided it is protected by our rights. Things such as profanity are not protected and therefore should not be used. I have run into this issue before, but only in other classes.
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I wrote a book about the KKK, and one thing I noticed is that there is a difference between hate speech and inciting someone else to violence. The stupid things they said about blacks and Amish were one thing, but at times they crossed the line to violence, and that's another thing.
I also agreed with her viewpoint. If speech is going to be free, it cannot have any barriers whatsoever. I also agree with you, Mr. Weller. If there is going to be a response, it needs to be in a way that is neither physically harmful to others nor illegal in any way.
I agree, well said.
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