Quote by Thomas Sowell on Free Speech and Criticism

„It is amazing how many people act as if the right to free speech includes the right to be free of criticism for what you say - which means that other people should not have the same right to free speech that they claim for themselves.“

Thomas SowellThomas Sowell explains that free speech does not include the right to be free from criticism.
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Thomas Sowell is an American economist and social philosopher known for his conservative views and economic writings.

A critical reflection on free speech and its limits.


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Thomas Sowell quote about free speech and criticism

Thomas Sowell (born 1930) is an American economist, social theorist, and author. He is known for his extensive studies and critical views on economic and social issues, including politics, culture, and race relations.

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"Why should freedom of speech and freedom of press be allowed? Why should a government which is doing what it believes to be right allow itself to be criticized? It would not allow opposition by lethal weapons. Ideas are much more fatal things than guns. Why should any man be allowed to buy a printing press and disseminate pernicious opinions calculated to embarrass the government?" Vladimir Lenin
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