Freedom of speech is not a small issue. It lies at the core of our civilization, and is unambiguously one of the few things that made "the West" prosper. Aaron makes a very cogent and clear argument for free speech, and its enduring importance.
To arbitrate rights based on public opinion is idiotic and dangerous. This is why we have a constitution.
Of course, Reddit has the right to do this, as a private company, but that's not an argument for doing it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4-oV42OMQoE
Freedom of speech is not a small issue. It lies at the core of our civilization, and is unambiguously one of the few things that made "the West" prosper. Aaron makes a very cogent and clear argument for free speech, and its enduring importance.
To arbitrate rights based on public opinion is idiotic and dangerous. This is why we have a constitution.
Of course, Reddit has the right to do this, as a private company, but that's not an argument for doing it.