where did the idea of free speech come from
Freedom of speech Freedom of speech and expression has a long history that predates modern international human rights instruments.[10] It is thought that ancient Athens' democratic ideology of free speech may have emerged in the late 6th or early 5th century BC.[11] The values of the Roman Republic included freedom of speech and freedom of religion.[12]
Freedom of speech in Canada Freedom of expression in Canada is protected as a "fundamental freedom" by Section 2 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.