The right to free speech in a democratic society carries with it certain responsibilities. What are those responsibilities, and how do those responsibilities affect speakers' ability to advocate for their ideas?
What will be an ideal response?
The best answers will identify:
1. "ethical speech" as the primary responsibility of constitutionally protected free speech, including examples like "accountability" and "good faith." Exceptional answers will note the forms of speech not protected by the Constitution (that is, libel, slander, and hate speech).
2. the constraints on speakers to abide by ethics in speech, such as avoiding manipulation of facts, speaking truthfully, and listening with an open mind, among other examples.
3. that the most responsible, ethical speakers allow for flexibility of opinion, in light of new and persuasive information.
4. that the most responsible, ethical speakers respect their fellow interlocutors' opinions and backgrounds, working with them to find a solution that benefits the greatest good.
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Sometimes in conversation when we say something that embarrasses the other person, we try to change the subject in order to reduce potential face loss. Such an action that is taken to deal with the face needs/wants of self and others is called
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