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Is Free Speech Just a Shield for the Powerful?

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Who really benefits from free speech? In this episode of American Socrates, we take a hard look at free speech absolutism—unpacking the idea that all speech should be protected, no matter how harmful. Is free speech truly a tool for liberty, or has it become a shield for the powerful to silence the vulnerable? We explore the philosophical roots of free speech, real-world consequences of protecting hate speech and misinformation, and the moral limits of expression in a democratic society, especially on college campuses.

Whether you're a free speech defender or a critic, this episode challenges you to think deeper about one of our most sacred rights.

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Who really benefits from free speech? In this episode of American Socrates, we take a hard look at free speech absolutism—unpacking the idea that all speech should be protected, no matter how harmful. Is free speech truly a tool for liberty, or has it become a shield for the powerful to silence the vulnerable? We explore the philosophical roots of free speech, real-world consequences of protecting hate speech and misinformation, and the moral limits of expression in a democratic society, especially on college campuses.

Whether you're a free speech defender or a critic, this episode challenges you to think deeper about one of our most sacred rights.

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