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.”
A Duel of French YouTubers Hélène de Lauzun June 24, 2024 France’s top YouTuber reflects the country’s youth: right-wing-leaning and proud of its identity.
Brussels Takes Censorship Campaign Stateside in California Big Tech Tour Thomas O'Reilly May 30, 2024 Other EU efforts to control narrative include ‘hybrid rapid response teams’ ready to counter unwanted campaigns and ‘hybrid threats’ in member states.
