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If freedom of speech is absolute, how come it's not applied for private spaces and for the Internet?

14.06.2025 03:31

If freedom of speech is absolute, how come it's not applied for private spaces and for the Internet?

If you’re wondering why free speech doesn’t apply to the internet, it’s because you have no right to use other people’s stuff for free.

And much, much more.

Threats of violence

How long can a marriage survive after a long-term affair?

Conspiracy

Insider trading

You have freedom to travel. If I loan you my car, I can tell you not to take it out of town, because it’s mine, you have no right to use it, and if I give you permission to use it I can tell you what you can and can’t do with it.

Why is my ex still keeping in touch with me even though she dumped me?

Fraud

No freedom is absolute.

HIPAA violations

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Freedom of speech does not apply to:

False advertising

Trade secrets

What will the legacy of Jimmy Carter be in light of his death today at 100?

That’s what it is. You have no right to use other people’s stuff. If people let you use their stuff, they can tell you how you can use it, and they can tell you to stop using it any time they want.

Child pornography

Revenge porn

What seemingly minor decision or moment in your past ended up having a massive impact on your entire life trajectory?

Perjury

Revealing classified information

Terroristic threats

Is it possible to become homeless after being released from jail or prison in the United States?

Insurrection

You have freedom of speech. If I loan you my computer, I can tell you not to use it for certain things, because it’s mine, you have no right to use it, and if I give you permission to use it I can tell you what you can and can’t do with it.