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Teresa Bejan on Virtue

The Good Fight

CHAPTER

Navigating Free Speech and Social Conformity

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between freedom of speech and social conformity, drawing on historical insights from political philosophers. The discussion highlights the challenges posed by social media and cancel culture in fostering true expression, emphasizing the need for a culture that promotes open dialogue. It further examines the contrasting approaches to free speech in the U.S. and U.K., particularly within academic institutions, advocating for a balance between tolerance and the pursuit of truth.

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