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You’re “Wrong”: JD Vance Berates Brussels for Its Social Media Censorship Rules

Tamás Orbán February 10, 2025

The defense of free speech is part of Trump’s “moral leadership,” the U.S. VP declared—escalating the dispute between Washington and Brussels over DSA regulations.

The West’s Great Free Speech Divide

Paul Coleman February 3, 2025

While the U.S. is committed to restore one of the most fundamental human rights, the European model encourages governments to dictate ‘acceptable speech’ and criminalize dissent.

If You Can’t Beat It, “Quitte” It: French Agency Uses Public Funds for X Exit App

Hélène de Lauzun January 22, 2025

Can academic freedom justify the use of taxpayers’ money for a political project?

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.”

World First as Australia Bans Social Media For Under 16s

Zoltán Kottász November 29, 2024

The new law received cross-party support—and the endorsement of a majority of parents—but its critics sense danger.

Can’t Take a Joke? German Social Democrats Seek Harsher Penalties for Insults

Zoltán Kottász November 27, 2024

Leading politicians now find comedy and satire criticising their work “unbearable.”

Massive Backlash After Police Visit UK Journalist Over Year-Old Tweet

Michael Curzon November 14, 2024

Elon Musk has led calls to “Make Orwell Fiction Again,” and for police to focus on actual crimes.

German Foreign Minister: Censor Social Media To “Protect Democracy”

Zoltán Kottász October 2, 2024

The EU Commission plans to set up a body to tackle “disinformation,” blaming it for the rise of populist parties.

Wendell Berry at 90

Jonathon Van Maren September 25, 2024

Wendell Berry reminds us that communities with ties to the land and to our place in the world are essential for a good life.

UK: Labour Responds to Riots by Going After Free Speech

Michael Curzon August 13, 2024

Campaigners say recent disorder is being used as an “excuse to clamp down on one of our most fundamental human rights.”

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