Nineteen Arguments for Hate Speech Bans – And Against them

Free Speech Debate (2014)

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Eric Heinze

Queen Mary University of London, School of Law

Date Written: March 31, 2014

Abstract

In the ongoing debates about free speech, protagonists on all sides can be too dismissive of opposing claims. This article casts doubt on bans, but considers important points on both sides.

Keywords: democracy, liberalism, racism, discrimination, free speech, minorities, media

JEL Classification: Z19

Suggested Citation

Heinze, Eric, Nineteen Arguments for Hate Speech Bans – And Against them (March 31, 2014). Free Speech Debate (2014), Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=3336587

Eric Heinze (Contact Author)

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