Ben Squires
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Facebook’s fact-checkers accused of censorship over mask-wearing in kids
The Manhattan Institute says their “fact-checking” is actually “fact-blocking.”
Amherst students suspended over maskless social media post – even though they were off-campus
The students were banned from taking their finals and are told they won’t receive a refund.
University of Oklahoma says it won’t end compelled speech in mandatory online diversity trainings
The training allegedly requires trainees to select university-approved responses.
UT Chattanooga coach who was fired over Stacey Abrams tweet is suing
The college is accused of violating the First Amendment.
Job of San Diego professor investigated for criticizing the CCP hangs in limbo
Thomas Smith is being investigated.
NYC teacher suspended after article critical of “woke” school teachings, suggests there’s a culture of fear
People are afraid to criticize due to fear of losing their job.
JD Vance exits AppHarvest board over “controversial” tweets
Vance praised Fox host Tucker Carlson.
A Virginia student was suspended over a Snapchat post. Now her case is going to the Supreme Court.
The case will be heard on April 28.
University of Cincinnati refuses to renew contract of instructor who used the term “Chinese virus”
The professor was suspended and under investigation since last year.
Pro-liberty Skidmore students blocked from creating a club after “cancel mob” organized against them
Young Americans for Liberty has been barred.