So, let's fix that. We'll start by reading the first amendment to the United States Constitution.
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances. [1]The part we are talking about here is specifically, "or abridging the freedom of speech." However, "the right of the people peaceably to assemble," is also very important and goes hand in hand with freedom of speech so we'll keep that in mind as we move forward.
What does freedom of speech entail? It seems pretty clear from the amendment, you have the right to speak freely, no strings attached, no and's, but's, or or's, you can say whatever you want, wherever you want, however you want, to whomever you want to and you shouldn't be punishable by law for saying it. Is this what we see in America today? I think not. The IRS is targeting people who speak out against abortion, we are berated and threatened for speaking the truth on matters like abortion and the law does nothing to protect us or the innocent we are trying to save, and we all cower behind the political correctness that is tearing this country apart.
Why can't I say that the dude on the street corner is black? What is so wrong with that word that we must all jump through literary hoops to make sure we don't offend anyone? The fact of the matter is most black people don't mind being called black, in the same way that a white person doesn't mind being called white. These are not derogatory terms, they are adjectives. It is only when someone decides that, by calling a man black or white, we are somehow insulting someone that problems arise. Yes, in days past "black" was used in a derogatory way towards may people, but times have changed, languages evolve, and people grow up. We're not babies anymore, we're grown up adults, and yet we're still running around pointing fingers at each other saying, "So and so called someone 'black'," just like we did when we were five and someone said, "butt."
Why is it so important that we have our freedom of speech? That one is easy, what is the purpose of living if you must follow someone else's agenda without being able to question it? What is the purpose of being free if you are not allowed to speak up when something is wrong? The answer is, there is no purpose. Without the freedom of speech we are nothing, we have no rights, we have no ability to think for ourselves, we are reduced to blindly following because our very words could incriminate us by law. Think about that for a second, if every word you said could make you liable for something. That is a world where tyranny reigns supreme.
What is the purpose of all of this? Why am I bringing this up? Because we are losing our freedom of speech. In many ways, it is already lost. The fact that the mayor of a town can publicly try to force ministers to turn in their sermons about homosexuality without being at least reprimanded severely or even impeached is ludicrous. I have decided I will not be politically correct, I refuse to be conformed to this political regime that seeks to destroy the very fabric of our nation. I will exercise my freedom of speech to the fullest and with no regrets. If you have a problem with it, sue me.
I now challenge you all to take up the same path, reform this country by starting in our own homes and with our own lives. Treat "political correctness" as the joke it is, mean what you say, and say what you mean. Forget about all the yellow tape that tells us we can't say this or that because it might offend someone, be bold, show the world that we can use 'black' without offending people, say the truth, let it free, and have no fear, the law happens to be on your side.
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