Censorship online is a touchy subject in the online community. Advocates for censorship say that certain language such as hate speech should not be allowed online and there should be laws to prevent and punish perpetrators who do so. Opponents to censorship online argue that their first amendment right to free speech should not be sacrificed because of a couple of bad apples who use their freedom online to post grotesque comments. Personally, I don't think censorship should be allowed online. Although the intention is good with only limiting hateful speech, the FCC in control of what we can and cannot type will eventually grow into other issues. For example, if they disagree with a perspective of an issue in politics, they could limit our contribution regarding that issue without our knowledge.
Not everyone uses their free speech online with bad intention. As a true democracy, speech should not be controlled.
I also believe in a censorless internet. It would infringe upon our constitutional rights.
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