Cindy Harper
Cindy Harper blogs mostly about social media censorship and culture stories. [email protected]
Popular Podcast “Breaking Points” Joins Rumble
Another popular podcast joins the free speech platform.
X Secures Court Victory in Battle With Australia’s Censorship, As Government Plots Inquiry
X clashes with Australian authorities in a high-stakes battle over online content control.
Romney Suggests Negative Perception of Israel Adds to Why There’s “Overwhelming Support” for TikTok Ban
Secretary Blinken and Senator Romney discuss Israel’s PR struggles in the social media era at the 2024 Sedona Forum.
Documents Reveal Facebook Described Its Struggle with Biden White House on COVID-19 Censorship as a “Knife Fight”
Newly released documents shed light on Facebook’s internal turmoil and sharp exchanges with the Biden administration over COVID-19 speech.
House Passes Antisemitism Bill Amid Free Speech Fears
Amidst rising campus protests, the House endorses an antisemitism bill, igniting a fierce debate over free speech and the definition of hate.
RFK Jr. To Challenge TikTok Ban on Constitutional Grounds
Kennedy challenges the impending TikTok ban, citing concerns over political motives rather than real national security issues.
Ireland’s Hate Speech Bill Faces Backlash Amidst Authoritarian Fears
Ireland’s proposed hate speech legislation sparks fears of an authoritarian police state, with critics voicing concerns about blurred definitions and constitutional rights.
Iranian Rapper Faces Execution After Online Activity Supporting Women’s Rights Protests
Iran’s hardline approach to free speech and dissent culminates in rapper Toomaj Salehi’s death sentence for supporting Mahsa Amini protests.
Bishop Backs Musk: Stabbing Victim Stands Against Censorship in Australia
Despite government pressure, Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel stands with Elon Musk in resisting Australian government censorship on X.
Ex-Manchester City Player’s Police Visits: Joey Barton’s Troubling Encounters Raise Questions About UK Speech Police
Ex-footballer Joey Barton criticizes police visits over Twitter posts, drawing parallels to North Korean intimidation.
Australia Demands X Delete Content Surrounding Sydney Attack
Elon Musk’s X battles Australia’s online safety watchdog, highlighting the censorship concerns after a church stabbing incident in Sydney.
Privacy Company Proton Acquires Standard Notes
Proton is expanding its suite of tools.