Censorship is telling a man he can't have a steak just because a baby can't chew it.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Censorship restricts access to information based on the vulnerabilities of the few.
- In plain terms
- Censorship stops adults from accessing things just because babies cannot.
- What can you take from it?
- Protect access to information despite risks to the vulnerable.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where do you draw the line on access?
- Why censor speech?
Another view
Some restrictions are necessary for safety.
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