FREE SPEECH VS. FORBIDDEN LIES

EMOTIONAL ATTACHMENT VS. EMOTIONAL OPPOSITION

Emotion vs. reason: here lies the problem. We are free to lie, so long as our lies do no discernible harm. Lies are generated by self interest, driven by emotion, not reason.

Truth is the companion of the selfless.

It requires the exercise of reason and critical thinking, and willingness to forego personal interest for the benefit of others.

Lies, or any speech, which encourage hatred are not acceptable. They can be presumed to cause harm. Same with lies…