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Freedom of speech is the bedrock of democracy.
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The quote presents freedom of speech as a basic support for democracy. People need the ability to express opinions, question leaders, and debate public decisions. Without that freedom, democratic participation becomes weaker because open disagreement and public discussion are restricted.
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