What Freedom of Speech? T-Shirt
The t-shirt design, featuring the phrase "what freedom of speech?", a zippered mouth, and the American flag, engages with complex themes of free expression and its limitations. Freedom of speech, a cornerstone of many democratic societies, is generally understood as the right to express one's opinions and ideas without fear of government retaliation or censorship. However, this right is not absolute and can be subject to certain restrictions, particularly when speech incites violence, defamation, or presents a clear and present danger.
The zippered mouth symbol on the hoodie can be interpreted as a commentary on perceived suppression or self-censorship of speech. It visually represents the act of being silenced or choosing not to speak, which can be a powerful form of symbolic expression. Symbolic speech, which conveys a particular message or meaning through actions or objects rather than words, is often protected under free speech principles, though the level of protection can vary depending on the context and the message being conveyed.
The inclusion of the American flag further contextualizes the message within the framework of American constitutional law and national identity. The flag itself is a potent symbol, and its use in conjunction with a message about free speech can evoke discussions about patriotism, dissent, and the boundaries of acceptable expression within a national context.
More details
- Solid colors are 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton
- Ash color is 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
- Heather colors are 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester
- Athletic and Black Heather are 90% combed and ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
- Heather Prism colors are 99% combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester
- Lightweight fabric (4.2 oz)
- Regular fit
- Unisex sizing
EU GPSR Product Information:
- Manufacturer contact information
- Name: Urban EraFit
- Email: urban-erafit-shop@support.fourthwall.com
- Postal address: PO Box 5696 Santa Monica, CA 90405
- Additional information: This product is made for adults. 2 year warranty in EEA and UK, established by Directive 1999/44/EC.
Size & Fit
Quality Guarantee & Returns
- Quality is guaranteed. If there is a print error or visible quality issue, we'll replace or refund it.
- Because the products are made to order, we do not accept general returns or sizing-related returns.
What Freedom of Speech? T-Shirt Size Guide
| Size label | Length | Width |
|---|---|---|
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XS
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27
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16 1/2
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S
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28
|
18
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M
|
29
|
20
|
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L
|
30
|
22
|
|
XL
|
31
|
24
|
|
2XL
|
32
|
26
|
|
3XL
|
33
|
28
|
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4XL
|
34
|
30
|
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5XL
|
35
|
32
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