474 Quotes About Freedom-of-speech

Democracy was supposed to champion freedom of speech, and yet the simple rules of table decorum could clamp down on the rights their forefathers had fought and died for.

Freedom of speech is detestable only to those who have no desire to think for themselves.

My definition of 'Freedom of Speech' is as follows. The right to speak freely anywhere at anytime about any subject without the fear of harm, reprimand, punishment, or other. Until this is true, we have no 'Freedom of Speech'.

Effective communication is the music of humanity.

When picking a leader, choose a peacemaker. One who unites, not divides. A cultured leader who supports the arts and true freedom of speech, not censorship.

Freedom of speech doesn't mean threatening the freedom of others.

I can’t curse those who don't believe as I do. I can’t express hate or disdain for those who criticize what I hold dear. I can’t outshout, bully, or taunt them. I can’t exercise the liberty of free speech because I answer to a higher law.I answer to the Word of God.

It is not so much freedom of speech but the right to truth that great men protect.

There is a fine line between free speech and hate speech. Free speech encourages debate whereas hate speech incites violence.