Notice that this entire time, you haven't commented at all on you opinion of people being arrested for saying words on the Internet. You've used this as a distraction so you can argue around the issue. It's bullshit.
I'm going to say this again. The point you are arguing is meaningless as it relates to the core theme. It was a tool to get people's attention. I actually don't have an issue with you not liking the fact that he used the comparison. I do take issue with the fact that you've decided that this is the important part of the conversation. I know you aren't stupid so it feels like you are just trying to manipulate the board with a distraction tactic.