Free speech is not a god given right to spread hate, misinformation, antisemitism, misogyny, etc - And yes: Not confronting people who threaten the very basics of our democracy (respecting human rights and the dignity of our fellow citizens) will help those dark forces rise to the power. The nazis have been elected to power in the Weimar Republic.

> Free speech is not a god given right to spread hate, misinformation, antisemitism, misogyny

Free speech is a natural right. In a stat of nature one can say whatever they want. Rights are not some game of mother-may-I with the government.

In a state of nature, others can slap your speech right out of your mouth.