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1) Did the film maker have the right to make this film? Should he have made it?
2) Did those who were offended have the right to be offended and object to the film? Does offense matter more than freedom of speech?
3) Should the film makers freedom of speech have been restricted in order to prevent him offending people and in order to protect him?
4) How do you feel about the fact that he was killed as a result of his use of freedom of speech?
1) What is freedom of speech?
2) What are peoples opinions on freedom of speech?
3) Should there be limits on freedom of speech?
"Freedom of expression is not absolute. There are limitations, and it should not be used o help racist, Islamophobic, anti-Semitic and other xenophobic views. Such views can incite people to hatred." - Ahmed J Versi, Journalist (The Muslim News).
I believe there should be no limits on free speech. No one has the right not to be offended. That is the essence of a free society." - Brendan O'Neill, Anti-Censorship Activist (Spike).
"Free speech is a fundamental human right, and a cornerstone of democracy. It is more important than individual or collective interests, and the fact that it might harm any individual or groups interests is not a reason to restrict it. However, freedom of speech is not an absolute moral right - You do not have the inherent moral right to yell "fire!" in a crowded hall which could lead to injury or loss of life." - Katharine Gelber, Author.
Does freedom of speech exist in the UK? Discuss as a pair, and be prepared to feed back your thoughts to the class.
"The right to free speech means your government can not arrest you for the things you say. However, it does not mean that people have to listen to you, or care about what you say. Free speech does not mean people can not speak out against what you say, or that there are not consequences for what you choose to say. If you are yelled at, ignored, fired, kicked from an internet chat or boycotted, your right to free speech is not being violated. Instead, it means that the people listening do not like what it is you are saying and want no part of it." - Randall Munroe, Sketch Artist/Comedian/Author.
1) Did the boy have the right to wear that shirt? Should he have worn it to school?
2) Did the school have the right to restrict his freedom of speech? Is there any good reason for them to restrict it?
3) Is "freedom of speech" a valid defense in this case, considering the context?
4) Is allowing freedom of speech more important than protecting people from the consequences of their actions?