Dr. Andy answers “How did this ever get published? I'm all...”

Kim Harris asked this question about Manhunt:

How did this ever get published? I'm all for free speech but this is pure misogeny. It's hateful. The author shows their true colours. And so does the publisher. Why are you listing it as a goodread?

Dr. Andy Something that has been missed here between the other answers is the publishing is an industry and therefore a private business that does not operate …moreSomething that has been missed here between the other answers is the publishing is an industry and therefore a private business that does not operate under the first amendment. When authors sign with an agent and/or a publisher there is a legal agreement in place that dictates terms and things that can/can't be said. It most likely changes between publishers too since not all publishers are the same. It's just like when someone signs up for an account on social media. You agree to their terms and services which means you surrender your first amendment rights to an extent. The first amendment protects people from being sued by the government. It does not mean there can't be consequences (ie yelling fire in a theatre and getting fined). But your whole premise here is false. Sorry you're unhappy that this book was published, but there's literally millions of books published. Don't read this one if you know you won't like it. (less)

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