Free Speech Vs Hate Speech

Running Head: FREE SPEECH VS HATE SPEECH
Free Speech Vs Hate Speech

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Contents
Introduction......................................................................................................................................2
Free Speech Vs Hate Speech...........................................................................................................2
Conclusion.......................................................................................................................................4
References........................................................................................................................................5

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Introduction
The term free speech can be defined as the right to express any sort of opinion without restraint
or censorship (Fiss, 2018). On the other hand, the term hate speech defines a speech that attacks
a group or a person based on the attributes such as ethnic origin, religion, race, gender, national
origin, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. With the advancement in technology,
social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, WhatsApp, etc. are
being increasingly used by the people for the purpose of sharing news and information. People
can now openly express their views regarding any situation, condition or person on this platform.
However, this has resulted in a number of issues to the users of social media. This report
compares free speech with hate speech in case of social media.
Free Speech Vs Hate Speech
Social media is considered as the best way by the users to express themselves openly. Free
speech has led to a number of issues on social media. There are a number of examples where the
people have supported the victims of the tragedies and injustices over social media in the cases
of deadly terrorist attack in Paris, racism in the campuses of University of Missouri and Yale and
bombings in Beirut. Topics related to terrorism, racism, refugees and international policies are
also always under discussion on Facebook and Twitter. Free speech has a number of issues
involved. People having morally questionable and fundamental views can ultimately cause
discomfort and stirs. However, everyone has a right to believe in what they want but in cases
when such kind of extreme views are presented, problems begin and offense can be taken.
Therefore, it is a need for stricter online regulations and control for the purpose of alerting the
authorities regarding these cases. Moreover, free speech is also being used by the people for the
purpose of victimizing and internet bullying. It provides the users an opportunity for gossiping
24/ 7. Online bullying is considered as a serious issue and cannot be dismissed or overlooked.
Another problem arising as a result of free speech on social media is in the political context.
With the passage of time, the use of social media by both politicians and citizens has increased
enabling vivid dialogs and discussions (Friedman, 2018)