With regard to freedom of expression there are basically two positions…

Noam Chomsky
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With regard to freedom of expression there are basically two positions: you defend it vigorously for views you hate, or you reject it in favor of Stalinist/Fascist standards. ✨ Noam Chomsky (2011). Deterring Democracy, p.394, Random House
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With regard to freedom of expression there are basically two positions: you defend it vigorously for views you hate, or you reject it in favor of Stalinist/Fascist standards. ✨ Noam Chomsky (2011). Deterring Democracy, p.394, Random House

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