From an Ideals perspective, its a valid and valiant fear, but I don't understand the absolutist position. Legitimate verbal threats are still allowed under absolute free speech, but they obviously produce harm. Should we really allow anyone to threaten the life or livelihood of another human being without repercussion?

Absolutism in the other direction is just as dystopian as well. Follow the exact line of populist opinion or else.

So "Free speech on principal" people, where does it end? What ISN'T "Free Speech" to you?

I think their only option left is tor.