This document discusses the complex issues around censorship of pornography and hate speech. It examines different perspectives on whether these can be considered art and the role of context. The absolutist view is described which sees words as having power to shape beliefs, while reclaimers argue terms can be redefined. Social harms of discrimination and oppression are outlined. The document also explores the inferential role theory of meaning and how point of view, not just content, is important. Debates around what constitutes pornography versus erotica are summarized. Overall, the document analyzes the challenging issues around aesthetics, ethics and censorship in these contexts.