Opinion: Freedom of speech is too precious to relinquish – The San Diego Union-Tribune

Despite our current deep divisions, one thing Americans should unite behind is the freedom our nation was created to protect. But today some of our precious rights are under assault, and our nation is divided on whether those rights are even worthwhile.

What is most disturbing is the incremental attack on free speech. The onslaught has been seen on college campuses where speakers have been disinvited or drowned out to ostensibly protect us from hearing their views. People have reportedly been harassed and physically attacked for expressing their views. Social media platforms have canceled users, including a former president.

This cancel culture has caused people to lose their jobs or suffer other consequences for saying the wrong thing about public policies.

via www.sandiegouniontribune.com

H/t MG.