Freedom of expression in the construction and consolidation of democracy
Synopsis
Within constitutional theory, a classification of forms of government is used to categorize and study democratic governments, as well as to distinguish them from autocratic ones. An essential characteristic of governments that practice democracy is respect for a broad range of civil liberties, and in particular, freedom of expression. Deliberation and the free exchange of ideas would be impossible without the ability we have as individuals to express our thoughts and feelings, not forgetting that freedom of expression is a key right for the exercise of other fundamental prerogatives.