“The freedoms that we glorify, however, still have clear boundaries as long as they don't infringe on the rights of others or encroach on the next-door neighbor's yard. You can't just cuss or demonize others because you feel your right to voice and opinion is guaranteed by law.”

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“The freedoms that we glorify, however, still have clear boundaries as long as they don't infringe on the rights of others or encroach on the next-door neighbor's yard. You can't just cuss or demonize others because you feel your right to voice and opinion is guaranteed by law.”

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