Dan Frieth
Dan is interested in political policies around the world and how they impact internet users and creators. [email protected]
ACLU argues against First Amendment being interpreted too broadly in Loudoun County case
The ACLU is doubling down on its new brand.
Alberta Judge gives compelled speech order to anti-lockdown protesters
As part of a probation sentence, three citizens are ordered to share the views of medical experts when they talk about COVID.
Yale Law School pressured student to apologize for email that used the term “trap house”
Even in a world where attacks on free speech are common, this one is particularly incoherent.
Greece proposes anti “fake news” law in a new bid to kill free speech
An increasingly common excuse to censor.
Facebook “whistleblower” Frances Haugen to continue testimony tour to the UK
Amongst calls for more censorship.
Indonesia’s President agrees to pardon professor who was jailed over WhatsApp message
Indonesia’s strict “safety” laws have a chilling impact on free speech.
Google demands emails and documents of vocal critic
A defensive move.
Legislator accuses Facebook of bearing responsibility for death of Alaskans
Blames a lack of censorship.
A vaccine passport would be required for domestic air travel if Democrat bill passes
Another proposal to curb civil liberties.
Court rules Twitter, Facebook, and Google share no responsibility for Pulse nightclub shooting
An opposite ruling would have had massive free speech suppression implications.