I hope that I will be the last victim in China's long record of treating words as crimes.
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In order to exercise the right to freedom of speech conferred by the Constitution, one should fulfill the social responsibility of a Chinese citizen.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Freedom of speech comes with social responsibility.
Liu Xiaobo emphasizes that while the right to freedom of speech is guaranteed by the Constitution, it is essential for individuals, particularly in China, to acknowledge and fulfill their social responsibilities. He suggests that true freedom of expression should be exercised thoughtfully and ethically, respecting the collective well-being of society.
Themes
FreedomSpeechResponsibilityCitizenChina
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a discussion about the balance between free speech and social duty.
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