“Speech that compliments is, by definition, free from derision, which clouds the mind with enemies and makes it tense. Kind speech makes the mind feel safe and also glad. [p.74]”
“I don't see how the study of language and literature can be separated from the question of free speech, which we all know is fundamental to our society. [p.92]”
“The truth which has made us free will in the end make us glad also.”
“There is a fine line between free speech and hate speech. Free speech encourages debate whereas hate speech incites violence.”
“is speech a subject's very constitution and assembly, which then makes experience possible.”
“Goebbels was in favor of free speech for views he liked. So was Stalin. If you’re really in favor of free speech, then you’re in favor of freedom of speech for precisely the views you despise. Otherwise, you’re not in favor of free speech.”