The part of free speech that is always in question is the free part. Hence, consequences, in this context, are linked to what affects that freedom, otherwise th

The part of free speech that is always in question is the free part. Hence, consequences, in this context, are linked to what affects that freedom, otherwise they're just part of being in a reality where everything is caused and hence has consequences. Thus, calling my dog back and it runs to me is not a consequence of free speech in the way we're discussing it. Boycotts are based on the freedom to buy what one wants, but when they are mandated then they're not. They can be used to try and stop someone speaking, then they're against free speech. If they're not used in that way then fine. Being shunned is not being spoken to or listened to which is freedom of speech.