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Ep. 190 Free speech and Abolitionism

So to Speak: The Free Speech Podcast

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The Highest Expression of Freedom of Speech Is Political Speech

The height or the noblest expression of freedom of speech is political speech. To shout a speaker down is not an appeal to reason, it is an appeal to intimidation. It actually privileges the opinion of the mob. We're not against protest. After all, protest is precisely the pinnacle of free speech when authoritative opinions are wrong.

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