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

13.06.2025 13:54

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

Terroristic threats

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.

Threats of violence

How did the trans issue metastasize within just a decade from being a question of kindness and tolerance to a tiny minority to convulsing a whole society?

Fraud

Insider trading

Revealing classified information

In what ways is modern day Russia similar to the USSR? How does it differ from the USSR in terms of culture and politics?

Perjury

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.

Conspiracy

Sorry, Trump supporters, but eventually it will have to be asked: Why didn't Trump do as well in his first term as he is doing NOW?

HIPAA violations

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.

False advertising

Is Twilight appropriate for a 12-year-old?

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.

Trade secrets

Revenge porn

What are the coolest new smart home gadgets to upgrade your living space?

No freedom is absolute.

Insurrection

Child pornography

My ex got into a relationship within 2 weeks after a breakup. What should I do?

And much, much more.

Freedom of speech does not apply to: