(September 23, 2016 at 9:51 am)Thena323 Wrote: "Freedom of speech" frees no one from the consequences of his or words, in regards to ordinary citizens. I think what certain individuals actually expect is the ability or right to say "uncomfortable" things, without they themselves being subjected to "uncomfortable"responses.
It just doesn't work that way.
People can say what they want. Others can, as well.
If you choose to make disparaging comments, put on your big-boy/big-girl pants and be prepared to deal with potential backlash and/or fallout.
If you can't handle that, then reconsider making such comments. Or just shit and run.
That works.
It seems like in America, the number of times someone uses the phrase "freedom of speech" in defense of their statements is inversely correlated to their understanding of the concept.
In every country and every age, the priest had been hostile to Liberty.
- Thomas Jefferson
- Thomas Jefferson
