An important function of free speech is that it is a release valve and warning system for widespread discontent. If highly charged opinions start forming themse

An important function of free speech is that it is a release valve and warning system for widespread discontent. If highly charged opinions start forming themselves into organized groups, it’s a hint that something needs to change, structurally. (And not repression of that opinion, that’s only blindfolding yourself and allowing the problem to grow until the release is more violent.)