If freedom of speech is absolute, how come it's not applied for private spaces and for the Internet?
14.06.2025 23:54
Threats of violence
And much, much more.
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.
Conspiracy
Revealing classified information
No freedom is absolute.
Insider trading
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.
Fraud
What is the most heartbreaking thing your child has told you?
Freedom of speech does not apply to:
Child pornography
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.
What is one thing nice you did for someone today or something they did for you?
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.
Insurrection
Terroristic threats
Trade secrets
HIPAA violations
Perjury
False advertising
Revenge porn