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If freedom of speech is absolute, how come it's not applied for private spaces and for the Internet?

12.06.2025 07:16

If freedom of speech is absolute, how come it's not applied for private spaces and for the Internet?

Freedom of speech does not apply to:

Revenge porn

Fraud

'Contaminated' cupboard staple recalled over 'life-threatening fungi' hidden inside - children are especially at risk - The US Sun

Child pornography

And much, much more.

False advertising

Why do people smoke?

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.

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.

No freedom is absolute.

When writing a novel, how can a character be developed well, but QUICKLY?

Insider trading

Threats of violence

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.

New Chemical Kills 95% of Termites and Can’t Harm Humans - SciTechDaily

Perjury

Terroristic threats

Conspiracy

Phillies Place Bryce Harper On 10-Day IL Due To Wrist Inflammation - MLB Trade Rumors

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.

Revealing classified information

Insurrection

A child had measles at Mall of America, concerning state health officials who don’t know source - Star Tribune

Trade secrets

HIPAA violations