Ep. 220: Political violence and speech
So to Speak: The Free Speech Podcast
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Exploring the Role of Political Violence and Speech in Historical Contexts
This chapter delves into the influence of extreme ideologies on individuals towards violent actions, examining examples like Marxism and the rise of the Nazis in Germany during the Weimar Republic era. The discussion emphasizes the need to differentiate between speech challenging democracy through violence and measures to curb political violence through emergency actions and censorship. It also touches on the history of anti-hate speech laws in relation to Jewish communities, the impact of such laws on amplifying attention towards specific groups, and contrasts the prevalence of gun violence in the United States with other nations while highlighting the importance of addressing both gun availability and free speech concerns.
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