Losing Free Speech -- Freedom of Speech

I disapprove of what you offer, but I will defend to the death your right to say it.These words were spoken by Franois-Marie Arouet, more well known by his pen name, Voltaire (Quotes About Censorship, 36). A French philosopher from the seventeen hundreds, Voltaire is believed to have influenced the world Fathers of America. As a matter of fact, this quote makes up the backbone of the low gear Amendment from the U.S. Constitution, which states Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the rid exercise thereof or abridging the emancipation of speech, or of the press or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a remedy of grievances. While these words were originally written as a kiss-off of sorts to commodious Britain, they were also crafted in a way that would transition throughout generations. However, what on the dot do these words mean today? How far can person go and still be able to defen d their actions with the phrase freedom of speech? A general rule of thumb that has been used was the decamp in a crowded theater example, (it is unlawful to yell clear in a crowded room, due to the endangerment of those inside) but society has reached an be on where there are more ways than just word of sass to crusade panic. Nowadays, a rapper can send subliminal messages about(predicate) spousal abuse through a popular song. Nowadays, a simple-minded Facebook conversation between friends on a social networking sites can cause suspension, or in some cases, expulsion. Nowadays, a simple wardrobe give way on live, network television can launch a federal investigation spanning five years over whether or not a pop stars nipple can be deemed offensive. pouch culture has effectiv... .... PERSON OF THE YEAR THE SHORT LIST JULIAN ASSANGE. meter 90-94. PRINT.HARRIS, MARK. CENSOR AND SENSIBILITY. ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY 36. PRINT.FAQS ABOUT THE PARENTS boob tube COUNCIL. PARENTS T ELEVISION COUNCIL. THE PARENTS TELEVISION COUNCIL, N.D. WEB. 1 FEB 2011 .INTERNET bring upS, SAYINGS ABOUT THE WORLD WIDE WEB. THE QUOTE GARDEN. N.D. WEB. 3 FEB 2011 .H.S. TEACHER LOSES JOB OVER FACEBOOK POSTING - BOSTON password STORY - WCVB BOSTON. THE BOSTON CHANNEL. WCVB TV 5, 18 AUGUST 2010. WEB. 12 FEB 2011 . security review QUOTES, FREEDOM OF SPEECH SAYINGS. THE QUOTE GARDEN. N.D. WEB. 7 FEB 2011 .