Dear John,
Free speech is for everyone. Not just those whose ideas are considered popular.
But in today’s America, our fundamental right to free speech is under attack.
Social media mobs. Cancel culture. Campus speech policing.
If you say something someone doesn’t like, prepare to face the consequences. People have lost their jobs, had their personal information splashed across the internet, and have even faced violent threats and attacks.
This behavior is indefensible—and toxic to our democracy.
John, if we want to maintain a diverse and tolerant society here in America, we must protect free speech.
That’s what the Philadelphia Statement is all about.
Our liberty and our happiness here in America depend upon maintaining a culture in which freedom and civility coexist—where people can disagree passionately, yet treat each other as fellow citizens and not mortal enemies.
Thankfully, a growing movement of people who are united and committed to restoring an American culture that values and protects free speech have taken a stand by signing the Philadelphia Statement.
Now, you have a chance to join them, John.
Today, you can add your name to a growing list of scholars, professionals, and community members who affirm free speech and reject the censorship and blacklisting that is destroying our democracy.
Please raise your voice to defend free speech by signing the statement today. |
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