"They abandon their principle that code is free speech by suggesting that some code needs to be regulated."
Typical false dichotomy of libertarian extremist. Speech is regulated all the time, based on intent or effect (yelling "fire" in a crowded theater), and the formal protection of free speech is a regulation in itself. (Much like, hey, Net Neutrality.)
One typical sign of extremism is calling everybody that applies thought or nuance unprincipled.
Typical false dichotomy of libertarian extremist. Speech is regulated all the time, based on intent or effect (yelling "fire" in a crowded theater), and the formal protection of free speech is a regulation in itself. (Much like, hey, Net Neutrality.)
One typical sign of extremism is calling everybody that applies thought or nuance unprincipled.