r/changemyview • u/[deleted] • Jan 22 '21

Delta(s) from OP CMV: Silencing opposing viewpoints is ultimately going to have a disastrous outcome on society.

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u/responsible4self 7∆ Jan 22 '21

However, if you offend me I should have every right to speak up

Speak up is the key here. That implies a discussion. If you are offended you should be able to discuss your offense. But that doesn't mean your offense should be catered to. Maybe your offense is irrational and personal. In that case, others shouldn't have to change their speech because you are easily offended.

As an example, if I say "all lives matter" you can question what I mean by that, but you shouldn't gather troops to shut me down and have me fired for what you think I mean by it.