This chapter explores the complex implications of hate speech laws in the UK, comparing them to the First Amendment protections in the US. It examines real-life incidents involving police intervention in online speech and how these laws may be inconsistently applied, particularly towards comedic content. The discussion raises serious concerns about the impact of these regulations on freedom of expression and the potential for censorship in comedy.

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