If freedom of speech is absolute, how come it's not applied for private spaces and for the Internet?
Last Updated: 22.06.2025 14:46
Insurrection
Insider trading
Revenge porn
What is the reason behind some people wearing trunks instead of speedos when swimming in pools?
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
And much, much more.
How can couples reverse the buildup of resentment once they notice it?
Revealing classified information
No freedom is absolute.
Threats of violence
Is it safe to take a hot shower after being exposed to extremely low temperatures?
Perjury
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.
Terroristic threats
Why would my nipples hurt when I touch them?
Trade secrets
False advertising
HIPAA violations
Conspiracy
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.
Fraud
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.
Freedom of speech does not apply to: