Question 14
Meinungsfreiheit in Deutschland heißt, dass ich …Freedom of expression in Germany means that I …
Options
- Passanten auf der Straße beschimpfen darf.can insult passersby on the street.
- meine Meinung i m Internet äußern kann.can express my opinion on the internet.
- Nazi-, Hamas- oder Islamischer Staat-Symbole öffentlich tragen darf.can publicly wear Nazi, Hamas, or Islamic State symbols.
- meine Meinung nur dann äußern darf, solange ich der Regierung nicht widerspreche.can only express my opinion as long as I do not contradict the government.
Explanation
Article 5 of the Basic Law allows everyone to express opinions by any medium, including the internet. This right does not cover insults, hate symbols, or blanket immunity from criticism, but the mere act of stating one’s views online is protected. Therefore posting opinions on the internet falls squarely within constitutionally guaranteed free speech.
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