Freedom of Expression, Deliberation, Autonomy and Respect
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- EJPT 2011 Freedom of expression
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This paper elaborates on the deliberative democracy argument for freedom of expression in terms of its relationship to different dimensions of autonomy. It engages the objection that Enlightenment theories pose a threat to cultures that reject autonomy and argues that autonomy-based democracy is not only compatible with but necessary for respect for cultural diversity. On the basis of an intersubjective epistemology, it argues that people cannot know how to live on mutually respectful terms without engaging in public deliberation and develop some degree of personal autonomy. While freedom of expression is indispensable for deliberation and autonomy, this does not mean that people have no obligations regarding how they speak to each other. The moral insights provided by deliberation depend on the participants in the process treating one another with respect. The argument is related to the Danish cartoon controversy.
Original language | English |
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Journal | European Journal of Political Theory |
Volume | 10 |
Issue number | 1 |
Pages (from-to) | 5-21 |
Number of pages | 17 |
ISSN | 1474-8851 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2011 |
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