I'm a strong believer in free speech to the degree that I…

“I'm a strong believer in free speech to the degree that I support everybody's right to speak, including those whose views I find disgusting.”

Moshe Kasher

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Defending free speech by supporting all voices, even those that offend personally.

In simple terms: Support free speech for everyone.

Key Takeaway

Uphold free speech despite personal discomfort.

Themes

free speech tolerance diversity

Mood

thought‑provoking ethical

Type

philosophical social

When to use this quote

public debates
online platforms
educational forums

Key Concepts

civil discourse social cohesion ethical boundaries

Questions to Reflect On

When should speech be limited?
How to balance tolerance with harm prevention?

A Different Perspective

Free speech can clash with hate speech laws.

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