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Yes - a person can be taken to court and sued - ultimately even imprisoned - for libel or slander,
and the Supreme Court determined that "free speech" does not include the right to create a "clear and present danger" in a crowded place - for example by shouting "Fire!" when there is no fire.
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Do offenders have a right to freedom of speech in prison?
Persons convicted of crimes lose some of their basic constitutional rights. They often have restrictions placed on freedom of speech. However, the courts have accepted some limits while finding others excessive.
Which Enlightenment Thinker believed in freedom of Speech?
John Locke, a prominent Enlightenment thinker, believed in freedom of speech as a natural right of individuals. He argued that censorship and restrictions on speech were a violation of people's freedom to express their thoughts and opinions. Locke's ideas greatly influenced the concept of free speech in Western democracies.
What are the limitations and boundaries of freedom of speech in today's society?
The limitations and boundaries of freedom of speech in today's society are typically related to hate speech, incitement to violence, defamation, and threats. These restrictions aim to balance the right to free expression with the need to protect individuals and maintain social order.
What restrictions on freedom of speech did McCarthy lead to?
Having sexual relations
What are the possible consequences people risk when they refuse to respect the limits placed on freedom of speech and freedom of press?
Some people and organizations do not respect freedom of speech or freedom of press. These people can be prosecuted and jailed.
What are consequences people risk when they refuse to respect the limits placed on freedom of speech and freedom of the press?
They could be placed in jail.
Which idea is a fundamental principle of the articles of confederation?
Freedom of speech for individuals and lawmakers
What restrictions on freedom of speech did McCarthyism lead to?
killing people
What are three guarantees in The Bill of Rights that protect the rights of individuals?
freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and freedom, freedom of religion.
Which amendment assures freedom of speech in the United States?
The first amendment of the United States constitution assures freedom of speech. Although there are restrictions as far as copyright, slander, and words used to incite violence. Included in the first amendment along with freedom of speech is freedom of the press, freedom of religion, and freedom to petition the government.
In which countries do individuals not have the freedom of speech?
Individuals do not have the freedom of speech in countries like North Korea, China, Iran, and Saudi Arabia, where strict government control limits expression and dissent.
What is protected from government restrictions?
Generally, there is no aspect of life that is completely free from government restrictions. However, two areas that are typically the most immune to government restrictions are the freedom of speech, and privacy.
