We are currently living in a society that thinks its members has the right to speak their mind, but they do not. Our Charter Right to freedom of speech only means that we cannot be prosecuted by the criminal justice system. Sharing your opinion publicly will often lead to persecution in the court of public opinion, and can lead to dishonour, unemployment, and loss of social status. I think this is total crap.
I feel that everyone is entitled to their opinion. This entitlement should apply to every opinion, no matter how inappropriate, uneducated, or offensive. Speaking your opinion in a public setting invariably is an invitation for everyone to express their own on the topic. This is how we learn about the works around us, and it is a good thing. What is not a good thing is when the lynch mob tries to ruin your life over it.
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