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This view aligns with the foundational principles of American democracy, wherein the marketplace of ideas permits even the most contentious statements to be aired. The conversation took a reflective tone, asking what such freedoms mean in a contemporary society where calls for censorship are becoming increasingly common. Discussing these freedoms, Kelly noted that many citizens do not acknowledge their significance, especially those unfamiliar with conditions in other parts of the world where such rights are severely compromised.