Denmark Strengthens Free Speech Protections for Public Employees Christina Holmgren-Larson December 19, 2024 25% of workers in the social and education sectors said they self-censored for fear of repercussions.
“If we don’t stop this disastrous development, Germany will end in a left-green dictatorship of wokeness”: An Interview with David Bendels Álvaro Peñas December 16, 2024 Soon rainbow flags will fly on all public buildings and places in Germany.
Dutch Lawyer Sentenced to 80 Hours Community Service in Free Speech Case Christina Holmgren-Larson December 5, 2024 The judge increased the penalty, saying the prosecution’s request did not “adequately reflect the seriousness of the facts.”
‘Islamophobia’: The Death Knell for Free Speech? Frank Haviland November 28, 2024 The UK’s proposed definition of Islamophobia does not combat hatred; it invites it.
German Journalist Could Face Prison for Mocking Government Officials Zoltán Kottász November 21, 2024 Interior Minister Nancy Faeser filed a criminal complaint over a photo that was obviously a work of satire.
UK Parliament Aims To Grill Elon Musk Over Online ‘Disinformation’ Michael Curzon November 21, 2024 In response, the CEO quipped that he would like to summon British officials to explain their “censorship and threats.”
Dutch Right-Wing Lawyer Vows To Fight Back in Free Speech Case TEC News November 21, 2024 “What happened to me happens to many others,” she said. Raisa Blommestijn hopes her fight will inspire others to speak out, despite the risks.
German Vice Chancellor Wants To Censor Social Media After Being Ridiculed Online Zoltán Kottász November 18, 2024 Recent police raids over satirical memes highlight the growing erosion of free speech in the country.
German Pensioner’s House Raided for Calling Green Minister an “Imbecile” Zoltán Kottász November 15, 2024 A meme mocking Robert Habeck sparked a dawn raid, raising free speech fears.
The Guardian’s Grand Exit From X: A Tale of Irony and Inconsistency Nick Hallett November 14, 2024 Is the London-based newspaper’s flouncing off just a hollow gesture that allows it to claim the moral high ground without making any real sacrifice?
