“Should the traditional views about free speech apply to the internet?”
Yes, if people are free to say things in person, why not on the internet? Of course, they should be ready to take the repercussions for their words as usual.Even if the government put a ban on free speech on the internet, they can not stop it completely. Just like the government can’t stop file sharing! So free speech is, and always be apart of the internet.If free speech is not granted on the internet, America will end up like China, which sensors everything on the net. How can people voice their opinions to the whole world on line if they fear repercussions?The internet is a free for all. We should focus on combating illegal gambling & porn before we even consider such a thing.NO!—Margo Kincaid If free speech is applied to the internet, then the person who posted their views should take full responsibility for what was said & should also be able to defend their views. Some people hide behind their views on the internet because they don’t want to confront issues head on.Yes. The net is a great forum to practice free speech w/out being afraid of who see’s it. What are “traditional Views”? I believe you should be allowed to speak about what every you want no matter what the forum is.YES!No because this place where people can gather info of all forms. C.B.Free speech should be on internet it should not cost.You should be able to say what you want to say, internet or not!—M.S.Yes, I think that they should apply to the internet. The internet is really just one big news station.—KPNo—‘traditional’ implies tolerance of views such as those of China, whom filter web-based content. Any and all forms of communication should be limitless—DTS The internet is the ultimate free speech vehicle. We can find words we agree with and those who do not. We should all have the choice over what we wish to view, and not let others dictate it to us.Since the internet is becoming more & more of a traditional method of doing things, why should it be taken any other way? The internet is words..not actions. Yes, even with new technology the same freedoms should apply.
Yes, the internet is another way of communicating. If free speech applies to verbal communication (which could be offensive) then the internet should be no different—EAPYes, People deserve their right to speak when and wherever they please, you should never hold back on words; be as blunt as possible!Yes, the internet is merely another form of communication, not a system of lower standards—Sequanan TolonYes, because the concept of free speech should be universal to all forms of media—Matt Rogers I think the bigger issue with the internet is liability, copyright infringement, etc. I think internet is still speech so people don’t have the right to stop your thoughts.Of course. The internet is an extension of the media, press, etc. Freedom of Speech, Baby! Of course! Especially because it’s easier to gain access to multiple views-it may help make someone make a clearer and more informed decision on what they believe.Yes! The internet should be regarded as a glorified newspaper/journal on steroids. It is merely and easily accessible forum with everyone’s views & porn! –P.S.The internet should be allowed the traditional free speech, yet I believe the internet is ot an offensive way to communicate beliefs! Justin HiltonYes—including the responsibilities of free speech, the internet communicator needs to be aware of libel and slander laws. And be courageous enough to sign their name, and be sincere enough to defend their views—Deb White Yes, the internet is an extension of press, newspapers, tv commercials, etc.Yes, I think it should apply because the 1st amendment says freedom of speech which can apply everywhere in the country even streets…Yes-but remember in today’s world w/today’s technology we need to be careful!Yes though the internet is a new mode of communication our views should mainly apply. Views and standards should drastically change with modes of communication; however adaptation does need to occur.Obviously, it’s the internet. No one owns the World Wide Web and if someone did then the worlds in trouble./The internet is a place for traditional and non-traditional expressions of free-speech. This will always remain as long as there is an internet. This avenue of free speech allows us to open our minds and learn more about our differences.Yes, if you start taking away a little bit of freedom where will it all end! M.M.Yes, however with the internet there is no guarantee who you are talking to, making everything different.The UM-Flint has more things to empower like “Free Speech”. We have the right to say what we feel. “Silence won’t protect you A. LordeYes, because you can’t give a right and but guidelines or rules on it. It’s all or none on freedom.Yes, but free speech doesn’t mean someone can’t respect others. Yes, because it’s about what we think. We need to think before we write.Everyone has a right to freedom of speech. In addition, if our thoughts are not verbalized then it would be extremely difficult to form resolutions. Communications is the key in forming strong relationships.
Freedom of Speech should always apply, no matter where it is. There’s a reason it’s in the constitution.Yes…..Free speech applies to the internet. If free speech hurts us that’s bad, if free speech makes us think that’s good, if free speech makes think and find a solution…that’s really good!!!Yes, as a culture that is allowing young people on line things must different. Kids adapt to what they see. They must be protected.As much filth as there is on the internet involving drugs, se, violence, and prejudice, I should definitely be able to day what I want.Yes, the internet is just another means of communication.Yes the traditional views about free speech should apply tithe internet. I believe this because what you write on the internet can be copied & pasted. So if you say something that you might regret it will be on there for a long time.The internet is basically a form of communication. If we can’t express ourselves here, what form of communication will be next?
Free speech comes with responsibility. We’re able to say what we want but we have to deal with the consequences. The anonymity of the internet sometimes inspires people to say things they probably wouldn’t, maybe shouldn’t, say in real life. Is this a problem or is it good that it allows us to say what we’re really thinking?
There are consequences in everything we do. Some good and some bad. I think there should be “free speech” on the internet so long as it doesn’t inspire crime such as hate groups that might inspire someone to harm or murder another and or for the promotion of illegal activity.