If freedom of speech is absolute, how come it's not applied for private spaces and for the Internet?
12.06.2025 15:33
If you’re wondering why free speech doesn’t apply to the internet, it’s because you have no right to use other people’s stuff for free.
And much, much more.
HIPAA violations
Terroristic threats
No freedom is absolute.
You have freedom to travel. If I loan you my car, I can tell you not to take it out of town, because it’s mine, you have no right to use it, and if I give you permission to use it I can tell you what you can and can’t do with it.
Revenge porn
Trade secrets
Child pornography
Davante Adams feels rejuvenated: Joining Rams was "exactly what I needed" - NBC Sports
Threats of violence
You have freedom of speech. If I loan you my computer, I can tell you not to use it for certain things, because it’s mine, you have no right to use it, and if I give you permission to use it I can tell you what you can and can’t do with it.
Conspiracy
Nintendo Switch 2 Size Comparison vs. Original Switch vs. Steam Deck - Gizmodo
That’s what it is. You have no right to use other people’s stuff. If people let you use their stuff, they can tell you how you can use it, and they can tell you to stop using it any time they want.
Freedom of speech does not apply to:
Perjury
How to watch the 2025 Tony Awards on Sunday - NPR
Insurrection
False advertising
Fraud
What are some ten strong legal evidences that are needed for a divorce?
Insider trading
Revealing classified information