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Free Speech in the Crosshairs
This chapter explores the legal ramifications of online expression in Sweden and Germany, highlighting recent 60 Minutes coverage of severe penalties for perceived online insults. It contrasts the nuances of European hate speech laws with those in the United States, emphasizing citizens' misunderstandings about their free speech rights. The discussion also includes historical reflections on free speech suppression and its potential to empower extremist ideologies.