If freedom of speech is absolute, how come it's not applied for private spaces and for the Internet?
08.06.2025 01:23
That’s what it is. You have no right to use other people’s stuff. If people let you use their stuff, they can tell you how you can use it, and they can tell you to stop using it any time they want.
No freedom is absolute.
Insurrection
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You have freedom of speech. If I loan you my computer, I can tell you not to use it for certain things, because it’s mine, you have no right to use it, and if I give you permission to use it I can tell you what you can and can’t do with it.
Revealing classified information
HIPAA violations
Were you ever in love with your teacher?
False advertising
And much, much more.
Insider trading
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Fraud
If you’re wondering why free speech doesn’t apply to the internet, it’s because you have no right to use other people’s stuff for free.
Revenge porn
What traits are considered unattractive? Which traits are typically seen as attractive and why?
Trade secrets
Threats of violence
Perjury
What is your opinion on the band Nickelback? Why do they receive criticism from some people?
Terroristic threats
Freedom of speech does not apply to:
Conspiracy
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You have freedom to travel. If I loan you my car, I can tell you not to take it out of town, because it’s mine, you have no right to use it, and if I give you permission to use it I can tell you what you can and can’t do with it.
Child pornography