> Well, if you lie about someone in a way that damages their reputation, 
> yes. But that's not we're talking about. Certainly newspaper editors can 
> (for example)
>
> In theory, you're allowed to say anything that's true. "It's my opinion 
> that ..." is true, since you've stated it as your opinion.

The problem comes when you say something that is your opinion/stance, and it 
harms someone else enough to warrant action.  It's perfectly possible to 
seriously damage a person, company or group of peoples reputation by just 
stating your opinion, especially if you are usually a trusted or well-read 
source of information.

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