Freedom Of Speech Persuasive Essay

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In order to reach an appropriate answer to the question of how we can properly indict perpetrators of hate speech, we must first establish a list of criteria for our solution. Criteria are “standards against which to evaluate the various options before (we) can begin to evaluate (them).” In other words, we use criteria as yardsticks by which to measure progress made towards our goal. It is important to establish such standards to ensure that the solution reached helps us clarify what effect we want our solution to have and is in accordance with the individual and shared ideals of the group members.. The following criteria were discussed and agreed upon our group to be considered when formulating our final solution: 1) The solution must not …show more content…

“Freedom of speech” is a pillar of American democracy. The solution must not detract from that liberty in any way beyond the enforcement of hate speech protection laws/practices. 3) The solution must be enforceable. The solution must be practically enforceable, meaning that it has a clear set procedures for responding to different types of hate speech and penalties that correlate. 4) The solution must be able to be universally applied in all environments. The solution must be applicable in all settings, casual and professional, public and private. 5) The solution must protect against all different types of hate speech. The solution must provide a tangible level of protection against hate speech of all levels. A “tangible level of protection” can be qualified as measures taken to both protect the victim physically and psychologically ex. increased police force, mandated therapy for abuser, optional therapy for victim. 6) The solution defines “Hate Speech” clearly and unambiguously. Provides a clear definition of the term to be used as a point of reference when deciding if something does or does not qualify as hate speech. 7) The solution must be appropriate, reasonable and practicable. The solution must be realistic in terms of application and feasibility, and must accurately address the current concerns about hate speech

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