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Re:Removing Holocaust Denial Content by drivingmenuts on Monday October 12, 2020 @11:53AM (#24755715)
Distinguishing between free speech and harassment requires discernment, which is what a lot of modern people are either not trained to do, don’t have time to do, are too lazy to do, or have been brainwashed against. More and more, we demand bright lines in a society increasingly filled with gray areas because we charge ahead without consideration.

It’s never been easy and current social pressures make it even harder to do.

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Re:Removing Holocaust Denial Content by throwaway894345 on Monday October 12, 2020 @03:29PM (#24758431)
This is why we should craft a system that doesn't depend on discerning between free speech and harassment. If we strengthen employment protections, then we don't have to litigate whether "it would be unfortunate if you were fired for this tweet..." was a thinly veiled threat or simply free speech--the employee can rest assured knowing that their livelihood, health care, etc is secure and they can freely advocate for their political beliefs.
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