While hate speech is often painful to hear and can be harmful, it is crucial that the government not legislate against it. But it is important to keep in mind that such laws are ineffective and can actually negatively impact some of those they intend to protect.

As Sam Harris sets out on a new Australian book tour, it is important that criticisms do not become downright dishonest.

With Tuesday’s Democratic presidential debate and the Republican presidential debates over the last few weeks, mainstream political candidates have finally been able to give...