Freedom of speech means you can say whatever you want (so long as it's not slanderous). Good manners mean that you don't say whatever you want if it may be offensive because you have the decency to care about somebody else's feelings on the matter - spoken or unspoken.
Please don't confuse the two, and it's unwise to ask if you've already made up your mind.
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair with solid Welsh and other heritage.
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