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Old 07-01-2022, 22:00   #1213
RichardCoulter
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Re: Police to get tough on internet trolls.

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Originally Posted by Hugh View Post
Unfortunately, it’s who defines "right thinking, decent people" - for a number of lawmakers/politicians/voters, that usually equates to "those who agree with me"…
The legislation aims to protect freedom of speech, but stop the abuse of vulnerable (and other) people online, be it financial, inappropriate remarks, questions etc.

This thread in particular has provided some excellent examples of how people feel it appropriate to treat disabled people.

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Originally Posted by OLD BOY View Post
I don't agree with the views expressed by the proponents of this thread - but do we really want to join the 'close' culture?

This is a free country which permits free speech. Close it down at your peril.

People on this forum should stop ridiculing people they disagree with and start trying to have a sensible discussion on the differences between us.

How can closing down a debate on a discussion forum ever be a good idea?

We need to take a good look at ourselves and step up to the plate.
Indeed.
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