Hello, Im kind of new here and trying to get used to Lemmy and I was wondering about if this is true since I am considering donating on this site to support alternative projects but wanted to hear other users before doing so. That being said, what have been your experiences?

  • yesman@lemmy.world
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    4 hours ago

    Your question doesn’t make sense. “freedom of speech” is a political right to prevent government censorship. Internet forums have moderation and that’s different from censorship because it’s a private space.

    If someone came to your house and started insulting you and your family would you tolerate it in the name of freedom or would you tell the jerk to shut up and get out?

    • Kinkisthebest@lemmy.orgOP
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      4 hours ago

      I know what freedom of speech really means im a political science masters degree student at the moment. I didnt mean the constitution when i said “freedom of speech”. Im just asking if mods ban people basically for not agreeing with their opinions.