
From Socrates to social media, "Free Speech" charts democracy's most contested right. Hailed as "the best history of free speech ever written" by P.J. O'Rourke, Mchangama's work reveals why protecting unpopular voices ultimately shields us all from tyranny.
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Throughout history, the concept of free speech has been a beacon of hope and a source of contention. As I delved into the annals of human civilization to write this book, I discovered a pattern that repeats itself across cultures and centuries. I call this phenomenon "free speech entropy" – the seemingly inevitable tendency for societies to restrict expression, even after periods of openness and progress. From ancient Athens to the digital age, free speech has been both championed and challenged. It's a principle that has shaped the course of human events, fueling revolutions, toppling tyrants, and advancing human rights. Yet, it's also a fragile ideal, one that requires constant vigilance and defense. In this journey through time, we'll explore how free speech has evolved, the heroes who fought for it, and the forces that have sought to suppress it. We'll see how this fundamental right has been intertwined with the pursuit of truth, justice, and equality. And we'll confront the difficult questions that arise when different rights and values come into conflict.
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