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@krapp I just don't fear violent rhetoric. It's not something that merits a reaction, in my view. Basically, if an author can say it in a book, then random ci
by mooseburger 7y ago
@krapp
I just don't fear violent rhetoric. It's not something that merits a reaction, in my view.
Basically, if an author can say it in a book, then random citizens ought to be able to say it on the internet.
- krapp 7y ago>I just don't fear violent rhetoric. It's not something that merits a reaction, in my view. So you're not concerned about it if it doesn't target you personally. Fair enough, not everyone has empathy for their fellow human beings. >Basically, if an author can say it in a book, then random citizens ought to be able to say it on the internet. As far as I know, authors can't attempt to incite real violence in books, either. But imminence is a relevant factor you're ignoring. A book may take weeks, months or years to publish, whereas a death threat on the internet can be acted upon almost immediately.