Amanda LaBonar, a university student and on the Marquette Tribune staff, in her article "Chit Chat" asserts, "Personal responsibility [is] needed when blogging." She provides several examples of students who have been penalized for their online comments. Although noting that some people assert their right to free speech, she wonders about "how stupid and irresponsible people are being."
Definitely, most in the U.S. are on the side of individual freedom and free speech. However, practically speaking, people don't say anything in public that they want to at work, at least if they want to keep their jobs or unless they're the boss. And the Internet is very public. Saying something at work might reach only a few people. Writing to the world potentially can reach millions. Americans demand the right to privacy but, as LaBonar comments, give it away on the Internet. Ironical?
Definitely, most in the U.S. are on the side of individual freedom and free speech. However, practically speaking, people don't say anything in public that they want to at work, at least if they want to keep their jobs or unless they're the boss. And the Internet is very public. Saying something at work might reach only a few people. Writing to the world potentially can reach millions. Americans demand the right to privacy but, as LaBonar comments, give it away on the Internet. Ironical?
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