Our nation is under threat from the thought police! Conservative thought is under a constant and irrepressible threat from the left. This threat does not come because their arguments are better, or because they have more support in the community, it comes through the law.
Over the past year we have seen, one particular right wing columnist and blogger, Andrew Bolt, silenced as a result of threats from the Prime Minister and because of legal action in the high court.
There is no doubt that one, particularly in new and emerging online markets, must ensure they do not overstep the boundaries of what is decent. But in both cases mentioned above, an opinion was being provided by a respected conservative opinion maker. Rather than attacking opinion, rather than making logical and coherent arguments, the left try to destroy the right’s ability to speak and to provide commentary.
The online world has made the use of political commentary, dangerous!
Legal considerations in that realm are of supreme importance and as seen by the Bolt cases, there are perhaps increased risks because of the instantaneous nature of the online space.
Hi Dylan,
ReplyDeleteIm not very familiar with this case, but have conducted research in regards to Bolt and his articles on Aboriginal people. I believe that even if he does feel strongly on such issues, he should execute his opinions in a balanced manner, showing a more considered, inoffensive way of addressing the situation showing respect for others. Yes freedom of speech should allow journalist to express their opinions, however not if it insights hostility and causes harm to others. Claire