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Free Speech: Historical Misconceptions and Modern Challenges

This chapter explores the misconception that free speech contributed to the rise of the Nazi regime, emphasizing strict censorship during the Weimar Republic. It connects historical debates to contemporary issues surrounding hate speech laws in Germany, highlighting the complexity of regulating speech without infringing on freedom of expression. The discussion also critiques political leaders' contradictory stances on free speech and the implications of their rhetoric in a global context.

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