Should free speech be considered a human right, not just a right guaranteed by governments

Should free speech be considered a human right, not just a right guaranteed by governments?

Write a 5 paragraph essay with the following structure (at minimum):

1. Introduce and explain your topic
2. Explain why your topic is important and if there is any controversy surrounding it
3. Discuss your own thoughts on your topic and the reasons that support your views
4. Please cite all the work