Do you know the difference between freedom of speech and online abuse?

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MCheetah · Accepted Answer

There is no such difference. Other than freedom of speech being a government right (in countries that don't suck). No one is obligated to kiss your ass, especially on the internet. Freedom of speech isn't meant to just protect popular speech; that's kind of THE WHOLE F*CKING POINT!

Someone who calls someone name-calling you online "abuse" is just weak. Really f*cking weak. Just mute them. Or block them. Or don't go on the website. Jesus, when did everyone turn into such a f*cking baby? When I was in school, "bullying" still meant physical violence; as in, f*cking you up with their fists. Now it's "someone made a mean tweet about me! Ban them!" Same thing applies to the idiotic concept of "hate speech."

Some of you do realize men are getting blown up and killed in Ukraine right now and you're whining about strangers not kissing your ass on the internet. The only time it'd be "bad" is if you're getting doxxed or they're telling people to physically go up to you in real life. And that's not even freedom of speech; since you can call the police for actual incitement of violence.

I don't take pussies seriously. Especially on the internet. "Sorry not sorry."

Do you know the difference between freedom of speech and online abuse?

ZackBan · Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Yet so many people don't seem to get it.

Abuse is a call to action.

It's using the platform to tell people to bring harm to somone or a certain group.

Freedom of speech however is the right to voice your own opinion:
It's the freedom to agree and to disagree.
To love or to hate an idea or even a person.

Often times we censor people exercising that freedom when we happen to disagree with them.
Not only is it messed up It's actually the root of all conflicts and separation

dustybiker · Accepted Answer

The people that complain about having their opinions removed don’t seem to.

Msputiton · Accepted Answer

Most people don't even know what freedom of speech means.

bayoubob · Answer

There is no difference. Freedom of speech and online abuse is Free Speech. There is no hate there. If Trump wants to bash a fat woman, aka Rosie O'Donnell that's his prerogative. If he wants to bash Hillary, that's his prerogative. It's warranted. The LEFT bent media wants to vilify the Greatest President since Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln wasn't so hot himself. He simply did what he needed to do get votes. Trump is a non career politician. Gave up all his Presidential salary, plus lost half his networth. What career politician does that? You'd be right. NONE. Whilst making America Great Again.

loveslongnails · Answer

You're always "free" to say anything you want, anytime and anywhere. That's freedom of speech, and the freedom to act. However, that doesn't mean you can do so with impunity. There are regulations, rules and laws in place that may punish your chosen speech or actions. Those regulations will differ greatly country to country.

Abuse, online or otherwise, spoken or physical, is one of those things currently regulated in most places, and what's considered abusive will vary. Abuse in general implies an intent to hurt and demean.

ChiTown33 · Answer

Since you're not American I'll clue you in. THERE IS NO DIFFERENCE. That being said, common sense applies. With power comes responsibility. Just because you CAN hurt someone doesn't mean you SHOULD hurt someone. Saying something for the sole purpose of hurting someone is self destructive, not healthy and just diminishes you as a person.

inhua · Answer

one is a fact or an opinion based on logic reasoning from gathered information.

the other is subjective conjecture as an emotional response designed specifically to offend someone.

that being said, an uncomfortable truth is not online abuse.

Sargentcaptain · Answer

Online abuse would be a an example of things covered by freedom of speech.

TaureanBull81 · Answer

Freedom of speech 💬 people respect 🙏 your views on particular issues, news or current affairs and online abuse is when someone thinks they're a keyboard warrior through cyberbullying.

RavVid · Answer

I think you should just be as you are when face to face with people. That's not hard.

The_Shadow_Dweller · Answer

The difference is sheer ignorance toward the other person's statements, perspective, and conditions. Essentially not empathizing with the person. Sheer ignorance+bad attitude on your side.

slatyb · Answer

Yes, one is a right to speak or publish free of government censorship. The other is speech. Private platforms like GAG can restrict the content they allow.

Nikki1989 · Answer

I know the difference, but a lot of people don't, hence the constant trolling.

FunkyMonkee · Answer

Why? Who's abusing you?

hafinjun · Answer

Freedom of speech is valid only insofar as not violating another's rights

BLP11520 · Answer

I try to be as honest and considerate as I can, most people here are nice.

AndersLars · Answer

Are you really 46 yo? lol

douride2 · Answer

Yes I believe I do.

misogynistic_pig · Answer

No.  .

Agape93 · Answer

Yeap

SlothySlob · Answer

Yes, context.

CoolCatMar1 · Answer

Hmmm noo

joeldalton · Answer

Online abuse? Lol.

Date_a_Snob · Answer

Yes I do.

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