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The concept of free speech has become fertile ground for ideologues and culture warriors. It's been an excellent wedge issue for pulling generally-progressive c
by hsod 9y ago
The concept of free speech has become fertile ground for ideologues and culture warriors. It's been an excellent wedge issue for pulling generally-progressive centrists to the right by appealing to their intellect and penchant for abstract principal.
But what of policy? Free speech doesn't feed the hungry or provide healthcare for the sick or protect the environment.
I suppose there will be plenty of time for those things after we've dealt with censorious college students.
- tarboreus 9y agoIn many environments, including when (ahem) we have a leaders in power who do not share our values, free speech is a prerequisite for advocating for what we care about. It's great that you care about the environment and LGBT rights, but try advocating for those things in China or Putin's Russia. You might as well just cross your fingers and hope the ruling party comes around to your point of view under those circumstances.