Freedom of expression and freedom of speech are synonymous, but I think the former is a clearer phrase. Freedom of expression is generally never absolute (e.g. the US has libel and incitement laws ruled consistent with the Constitution), but for what it's worth, I believe European laws against offensive speech are absurd and make a mockery of free expression. It's not really free if people liking it is a criteria for being able to say it.
The law, of course, is not in play here, because Yale is a private institution not wielding government authority. But the degree to which it supports free expression is exactly the degree to which it lets people say whatever they want.
Are you making a mockery about my country's laws?
I am deeply offended.
You know that, it is a criminal offense punishable by jail time to do such a thing.
The law, of course, is not in play here, because Yale is a private institution not wielding government authority. But the degree to which it supports free expression is exactly the degree to which it lets people say whatever they want.