Communication Quote by Robert H. Jackson
“The price of freedom of religion or of speech or of the press is that we must put up with, and even pay for, a good deal of rubbish.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Supreme Court Confirmation Hearing, 1941
Freedom of expression entails tolerating unwanted or offensive content.
In simple terms: Free speech includes bad speech.
Key Takeaway
Accept and critique, not censor.
Themes
freedom
speech
tolerance
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
philosophical
legal
When to use this quote
- news media
- political debate
- online platforms
- public protests
Key Concepts
constitutional law
civil liberties
public discourse
Questions to Reflect On
- What limits should society place on speech?
- How to protect minorities while preserving liberty?
A Different Perspective
Risk of normalizing harmful ideas.
