FREE SPEECH VS HATE

SPEECH
What is free speech?
Free Speech is the right to express any opinion without
censorship or restraint.
Free speech can also be
defined as the right the
express information, ideas and
opinions free of government
restrictions. An example of
free speech is sharing of
experience.
What is hate speech?
Hate Speech is abusive or threatening speech or writing
that expresses prejudice against a particular group.
Hate Speech can also defined as public speech that
expresses hate or encourages
violence towards a person based

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on their race or religion. An example of hate speech is
racism.

Difference between Hate Speech and Free Speech.

FREE SPEECH HATE SPEECH
Criticism Targeting of particular groups
Education Racism
Sharing of experience Sexism
Debates Xenophobia
Conversations Islam phobia
Anti-Semitism
Homophobia

Importance of Free Speech…

Freedom of expression is a fundamental human right. It
reinforces all other human rights, allowing society to
develop and progress. The ability to express our opinion
and speak freely is essential to bring about change in
society. ... When we talk about rights today they
wouldn't have been achieved without free speech.

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How does Hate Speech affect people?
Hate speech can reduce ones self-esteem, it can make
people think in a very criminal way, this can cause a lot if
chaos and destruction.

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