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Lukianoff emphasizes that many people misunderstand or overlook these legal safeguards. He stresses that while absolute free speech is often claimed, the law explicitly recognizes exceptions to prevent real harm and disorder, balancing individual rights with societal interests.
The Myth of Free Speech Absolutism and Its Real Limits
When discussing free speech, Lukianoff often encounters claims of free speech absolutism. He contests this notion, explaining that no constitutional scholar or legal system truly believes free speech is unlimited. Instead, most accept certain limits—such as speech inciting violence or constituting harassment.