The Lie of “Freedom of Speech Is Not Freedom from Consequences”Evasive clichés excuse violence, enable authoritarianism, and degrade liberal values.Helen PluckroseSep 29, 2025∙ Paid3ShareUpgrade to paid to play voiceoverThe Overflowings of a Liberal Brain is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.SubscribeThis post is for paid subscribersSubscribeAlready a paid subscriber? Sign in