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“If we don't believe in freedom of expression for people we despise, we don't believe in it at all.”

Noam Chomsky

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Everyone should have the right to speak their mind, even if we don't like what they say. Imagine you have a friend who supports a different sports team than you. You might think their team is not good, and you might even get annoyed by their opinion, but they still have the right to support and talk about their team. This idea applies to all kinds of beliefs, not just sports. If we think that freedom of expression is important, we must allow everyone to speak, not just those we agree with. History shows that when only some people are allowed to share their views, it often leads to unfairness and harm. By letting everyone share their thoughts, we can better understand each other and live in a fairer world. So, if you believe in freedom of expression, let people say what they think, even if it bothers you. This way, we're all playing by the same rules.

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Civil liberties Democracy Disagreement Diversity of thought First amendment Free speech Freedom of expression Human rights Open dialogue Tolerance
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