If freedom of speech is absolute, how come it's not applied for private spaces and for the Internet?
15.06.2025 05:07
Freedom of speech does not apply to:
Revenge porn
Revealing classified information
Why do I feel worthless most of the time?
That’s what it is. You have no right to use other people’s stuff. If people let you use their stuff, they can tell you how you can use it, and they can tell you to stop using it any time they want.
If you’re wondering why free speech doesn’t apply to the internet, it’s because you have no right to use other people’s stuff for free.
Insider trading
Does a person with schizophrenia hear voices?
Child pornography
Conspiracy
Insurrection
Why do a lot of autistic people not know how to style their hair?
Threats of violence
Perjury
HIPAA violations
What are the extra benefits of a smart TV?
Fraud
No freedom is absolute.
And much, much more.
False advertising
You have freedom to travel. If I loan you my car, I can tell you not to take it out of town, because it’s mine, you have no right to use it, and if I give you permission to use it I can tell you what you can and can’t do with it.
You have freedom of speech. If I loan you my computer, I can tell you not to use it for certain things, because it’s mine, you have no right to use it, and if I give you permission to use it I can tell you what you can and can’t do with it.
What is your favourite true story to tell at a party?
Trade secrets
Terroristic threats