The latter, historically. However, focusing on the specific example is probably counterproductive, as it doesn’t affect the point that certain verbal beliefs are dangerous; specifically those that stereotype, demonize and dehumanize particular groups. Obviously most who hold such beliefs will never attack anyone; but … if they were restricted, there would be less hate crimes. This would cause irreparable damage to society in other ways, of course—that’s rather the point.
The latter, historically. However, focusing on the specific example is probably counterproductive, as it doesn’t affect the point that certain verbal beliefs are dangerous; specifically those that stereotype, demonize and dehumanize particular groups. Obviously most who hold such beliefs will never attack anyone; but … if they were restricted, there would be less hate crimes. This would cause irreparable damage to society in other ways, of course—that’s rather the point.