Another quick note on freedom of speech
I agree that ignorning stupidity is often the best course of action.
However there are other times when the only appropriate response is to stand up and say in no uncertain terms “NO.” - followed, if necessary, by “and kindly back the fuck off.”
It’s very important to know the difference. Not surprisingly, the president puts it a little more eloquently than I do:
When they talk of hatred, we must stand against them. When they talk of violence, we must stand against them. When they say things that are irresponsible, that may have egregious consequences, we must call them on it. The exercise of their freedom of speech makes our silence all the more unforgivable.