If freedom of speech is absolute, how come it's not applied for private spaces and for the Internet?
13.06.2025 06:56
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.
HIPAA violations
Revenge porn
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.
Perjury
What are some ways to improve speed in sprinting, running uphill, and long/middle distance running?
Fraud
Revealing classified information
Terroristic threats
What is your opinion about homosexuality? Do you think that it is by nature or a choice?
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.
False advertising
Threats of violence
Child pornography
Trade secrets
Why is there so much evil in the world?
No freedom is absolute.
Conspiracy
Freedom of speech does not apply to:
How do women feel when they are in love?
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.
Insurrection