Freedom of speech is the freedom to speak without censorship or limitation. The term freedom of expression is sometimes used to determine not only freedom of verbal speech but any act of receiving, imparting and seeking information and/or ideas, no matter the medium used. But both of these "freedom's" Have many legal limitations. In Canada we all have the right to the freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression, including freedom of the press and other media of communication. Under the Criminal Code of Canada, it is illegal to promote genocide, to publicly incite hatred against people based on their colour, race, religion, ethnic origin, and sexual orientation, except where the statements made are true or are made in good faith. There is also a prohibition against inciting hatred based on sexual orientation. Ann Coulter, a right wing American Conservative social, political commentator, author and syndicated columnist has been pushing the limitations of these laws and freedom's for quite sometime now. Her recent arrangement to speak at the University of Ottawa was canceled because teachers and students protested and uttered threats of violence towards her and her right wing comments and somewhat racist thoughts. On many occasions Ann has uttered what many would call racist and offensive. Thus which have, what many people believe, "Crossed the line" That line being Canada's freedom of speech limitations.
How far is to far? It is clear that she has hurt many, as well as angered even more. Ann has gone to far to the right and she should be put in her place.
