Freedom of speech applies to not being oppressed for saying something in contradiction with the values of the current government. In no way does New Zealand's c

Freedom of speech applies to not being oppressed for saying something in contradiction with the values of the current government. In no way does New Zealand's concept of freedom of speech, nor any other country's, give carte blanche to any message, there are always parameters. These parameters are defined by each country to assure the well-being and peace assured to its citizens and residents, so naturally hate speech isn't tolerated.