Changing song lyrics is not a free speech issue

Lucy Thraves
Friday, November 20, 2020

The population seems divided once more between those who think changing lyrics is pandering to snowflake sensibilities and an affront on personal freedom, versus those who prioritise supporting progressive social change over the convenience of carefree habit and a vague sense of lyrical sanctity

Credit: Chris Christodoulou

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