“Laws alone can not secure freedom of expression; in order that every man present his views without penalty there must be spirit of tolerance in the entire population.”
— Jeff Bezos
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Having laws that say people can speak freely isn't enough to truly achieve freedom of expression. For people to feel safe sharing their opinions without being punished, the whole society needs to be open-minded and accepting. Imagine a classroom where the teacher says everyone can talk, but if the students make fun of each other or react angrily to different opinions, some kids will stop sharing. It's the same in society; rules can only do so much. People need to be willing to listen and respect each other’s viewpoints. This way, everyone feels encouraged and safe to express their thoughts.
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