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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 01:50

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

No freedom is absolute.

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.

Scientists make disturbing discovery in analysis of human bodily fluids: 'Further research is required' - Yahoo

And much, much more.

Revealing classified information

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.

What happens if someone fills up their car at the pump but leaves without paying? How is this situation typically handled?

Insider trading

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.

Teens like me, what are your expectations when entering adulthood?

Perjury

Threats of violence

Conspiracy

What are the popular niches to talk about as a content creator on the social media platform?

Insurrection

Terroristic threats

Trade secrets

Would Donald Trump's reelection make the world more dangerous?

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.

Revenge porn

False advertising

How do you feel about the impending end of what Donald Trump calls "the Green New scam"?

Child pornography

Freedom of speech does not apply to: