I admit that everyone has the right to free thought and free speech. However, several questions come to mind: Do people really need to use offensive language to say what they think of each other? Does offensive language solve problems? Is it really necessary to use it? As Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes says, “…separate speech that deserves protection from dangerous speech that does not” (Richey, 61). This position shows us that people should realize the difference between offensive language and free speech, as offensive language could incite riots around the world. People around the world have different beliefs, education and religion, which is the essence of being human, to be different. What happens when people don't respect the differences that make everyone unique? Well, when offensive speeches are made, it could cause unrest among people and nations. The author states that at least four protesters have died in Afghanistan and 18 have been killed in clashes with police in Kashmir. This happened after angry Muslims took to the streets in reaction to the plan to burn the Quran (56). This shows how a simple hurtful word or action towards another can result in the death of people. For example, in 2012 the film Innocence of Muslims was released, by director Sam Bacile, which makes fun of Islam and the prophet Muhammad (which is prohibited by
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