Comment Misguided (Score 2) 215
I've been reading this site for a few weeks now, after a freind mentioned it. I've seen plenty of conversations that debated the diference between "Free" and "Free". At first, I thought it was simply misunderstanding on my part as to what these arguments were about, but it is not. I've finally come to the conclusion that the people who argue the destinction between "Free beer" and "Free speech" are simply misguided.
I am personally for free speech (With sensible restrictions, of course). I'm also not stupid, who would turn down free beer? (In moderation, of course) However many people here seem to equate freedom of speech to simply stealing a persons property, which is an abhorent act! This seems to be why we are now seeing "licencses" such as this, which appears to have the soul purpose of allowing college kids to repackage someone elses hard work, and then defend their theft under the banner of "Free Speech".
"Freedom to steal" is not in the US Constitution, bear that in mind please.
I am personally for free speech (With sensible restrictions, of course). I'm also not stupid, who would turn down free beer? (In moderation, of course) However many people here seem to equate freedom of speech to simply stealing a persons property, which is an abhorent act! This seems to be why we are now seeing "licencses" such as this, which appears to have the soul purpose of allowing college kids to repackage someone elses hard work, and then defend their theft under the banner of "Free Speech".
"Freedom to steal" is not in the US Constitution, bear that in mind please.
