If freedom of speech is absolute, how come it's not applied...

Threats of violence

Insider trading

Revenge porn

What are the potential economic consequences of the U.S. following Europe's lead on climate policies, as discussed in the article?

Fraud

Insurrection

And much, much more.

When North Koreans visit other countries for the Olympics, what stops some of them fleeing away into that host country?

False advertising

Perjury

Freedom of speech does not apply to:

I read this: "Putin is a brilliant, courageous, ingenious, determined, beloved, and incredible modern leader. He is currently the world’s most effective and strong leader, the best the world has seen in centuries." What do you think about this?

Trade secrets

Conspiracy

Terroristic threats

Do you consider yourself pretty?

No freedom is absolute.

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.

Child pornography

What parts of the Bible, if any, are inappropriate to read to children? Why?

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.

HIPAA violations

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.

Do you think the constitution and laws should be taught in school?

Revealing classified information

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.

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

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