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Old 01-25-2001, 02:57 PM   #14
russotto
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Quote:
Originally posted by wst3
It isn't a perfect system, but then Free Speech is predicated on responsibility and tolerance, two things that sometimes seem in very short supply. [/b]
Free speech is not about responsibility and tolerance; it is about freedom. Including freedom to be intolerant. Including freedom to speak in ways the government (or "community", which in this case is a euphemism for the biggest complainers therein) deems irresponsible.
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