Why is Freedom of Expression Important?

Nalini Elumalai, Senior Programme Manager, Article 19 (Malaysia)

The Bigger Picture · Today I Learned · 21 Aug 2023 · 37 mins listen

We’ve all probably heard of the simple concept called ‘Freedom of Expression’. But what exactly is it, why is it important and is there such a thing as too much freedom of expression?

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Produced by:

Dashran Yohan

Presented by:

Dashran Yohan

Categories:

politics,Law/Activism,controversies

Tags:

freedom of expression,freedom of speech,human rights,civil liberties

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Why is Freedom of Expression Important?

Why is Freedom of Expression Important?