True power lies in the ability to bring into existence that which is being spoken of. In the wise sayings of the Old Testament (17:27 and 17:28), we find: “Even a fool, when he keeps silent, is considered wise; when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent” and “Whoever restrains his words has knowledge, and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding.” There are many other sources we could mention, but these sources clearly emphasize the importance of considering what true speech is.
The solution to this dilemma does not lie in monitoring and criticizing “wrong” speech, nor in mindlessly speaking without thinking about the consequences of our words, but rather in teaching and educating in terms of responsible speaking and what proper speech entails.
Freedom of speech, like any other freedom, also implies responsibility. Without responsibility, freedom of speech will lead us to its downfall. Freedom of speech integrated into education that leads to proper speech is the bridge that will enable us to preserve freedom of speech for future generations.
1) Culture of rejection or rejection The phrase “azivanja” (in the original: “cancel culture”) is a term that originated on social media. It promotes boycotting, blocking, and ostracizing individuals on social media, as well as in real life, due to their actions or statements that a group of people deems “offensive” or “unacceptable.”