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Discussion 2

Reflect: Certain freedoms identified and protected by the Constitution have been the subject of intense political, social, and cultural controversy. The right of all Americans to believe, say, and write what they want, to protest in our streets, and to challenge the pervading political, social, cultural thoughts of the day are the most fundamental of American freedoms. Yet, these freedoms have been, are, and will continue to be modified and will evolve as our nation evolves. For instance, in the last 10 years, numerous types of social media have been developed that have changed the way society operates. New versions of social media, from Facebook to SnapChat, are available at the click of a button – and even on our cellphones or watches. When the Founding Fathers wrote the U.S. Constitution, they had no idea how technology would advance or how this would impact citizens’ rights. Write: In your initial post of at least 250 words in length, utilize the Constitution, established case law, and scholarly sources to answer the following question: Is virtual freedom of speech the same as freedom of speech in other media outlets (i.e., freedom of the press)?  Why or why not? Support your claims with examples from the required material(s) and/or other scholarly resources, and properly cite any references according to APA standards. Respond to Peers: Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts by Day 7. In your responses to your peers of at least 200 words, extend the conversation by examining their claims or arguments in more depth or by responding to the posts that they make to you. Keep the discussion on target and try to analyze things in as much detail as you can. For instance, analyze your classmate’s response and the real-world examples they provide for support.  Is the support they provide reliable and credible?  Also, support your analysis with examples from the required material(s) and/or other scholarly resources, and properly cite any reference

Responces

Lorena:

Is virtual freedom of speech the same as freedom of speech in other media outlets (i.e., freedom of the press)? Why or why not?

Virtual freedom of speech is the same as freedom of speech in other media outlets. The only difference is the difference in media outlets; for example, some media outlets are social networking, google, youtube, etc. The right to free speech means that you are allowed to express yourself without interference or constraint by the government (Hawkins, 2012). The Internet has become a very powerful source. Nowadays most people have a social network, in which they express their views about life, politics, etc. and it is still considered freedom of speech regardless on the media outlet expressed. Social media is a “user-generated content that can be as widely or narrowly restricted as the organization sees fit. So in that case the organization sets whatever guidelines for the user” (Hawkins, 2012). With today’s world, we are more inclined to receive messages or news through social networks. It takes seconds to get any news out on social network, than other media outlets.

Brandon:

One of the biggest of our society these days are that people feel that they can hide being the founding Constitution of our country. I work in law enforcement and I meet these people every day that say I know my rights, you can’t do that. Most of these people know one sentence and again, hide behind it. This is extremely present in social media today. What people don’t realize is that social media outlets are considered private and person reflections of the person using it and the press in all aspects is considered an outlet written by people that is backed by business. If you say on your Facebook page that you feel all cops should die, you will be targeted by government agencies in some way shape or form. I know this for a fact. If an article in the newspaper or on television chooses to air or publish an article in which it says all cops should die, the publishing business can use the freedom of speech shield and say this was journalism. The world we live in unfortunately is very sensitive and easily offended so the case is, is that freedom of speech is you right, but the context of delivery is the issue. As a human being you have to be conscious of what path you are taking to state your points and opinions. Bashing the president while you are marching down the street in a protest is within your rights as long as it stays peaceful. Bashing the president via your social media is going to get you on a watch list.