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.
The Silent Epidemic of the Digital Age Victoria Meller May 24, 2024 Gen Z is barely living life beyond the screen.
Germany: Mother Sues After Daughter Interrogated for AfD Support Robert Semonsen April 11, 2024 Defense attorney says measures taken by principal and police were “grossly disproportionate” and should be declared illegal.
Musk Fights Back Against Brazil’s Crackdown on Free Speech Carlos Perona Calvete April 8, 2024 Brazilian authorities even asked to see private messages from citizens sharing dissident opinions online.
European Commission Publishes Social Media Guidelines To Tackle ‘Disinformation’ Ahead of EU Election Tamás Orbán March 27, 2024 Investigations of X for alleged non-compliance in moderating “harmful” content demonstrate increasing authoritarianism.
Germany: Globalist Press Portrays Loretta as an Extremist Robert Semonsen March 22, 2024 Former Stasi memorial chief says the case is reminiscent of “East Germany when pacifist patches or a plastic bag from the West led to interrogation.”
