Speech
MembersAssange’s Plea: A Controversial End to a 14-Year Legal Struggle and the Impact on Free Speech
Assange’s plea deal raises concerns over press freedom and the precedent it sets for national security reporting.
Supreme Court Sides With Biden Administration Over Accusations of Social Media Censorship Pressure
Major implications for free speech.
CNN’s Crackdown on Presidential Debate Commentary Sparks Backlash
Critics argue the move infringes on fair use and stifles public discourse.
Julian Assange Strikes Deal with US Authorities, Walks Free With No Further Prison Time for WikiLeaks Founder
A federal judge just needs to approve the deal for Assange to be released under a time-served agreement.
Biden Campaign Launches Taskforce to Combat Alleged “Cheap Fakes,” Urges Media Support
Task force aims to combat perceived misinformation, sparking debate over free speech and media integrity.
UK Think Tank, Once Funded by US State Department, Calls for Stricter YouTube Censorship
The Institute for Strategic Dialogue (ISD), a UK think tank that was in 2021 awarded a grant by the US State Department and got involved in censoring Americans, has come up with a “research project” that criticizes YouTube. The target is the platform’s recommendation algorithms, and, according
Amazon Sparks Outrage with “Do Not Promote” Book Ban List Following Biden Admin Pressure
Documents reveal creation of “Do Not Promote” category, sparking criticism over government influence.
UK PM Sunak Proposes Disabling Driving Licenses and Financial Services For Youth Avoiding National Service
Sunak faces backlash for suggesting financial sanctions and restricted access to essential services as enforcement measures.
After Backlash, Google Reverses Ban on Reform UK Ads During Election Campaign
Big Tech’s influence on political campaigns scrutinized as election day approaches.
Brazil’s Attorney General Seeks New Powers to Remove “Disinformation” Online
With local elections approaching, concerns rise over the potential expansion of government control on speech and media.
Brazil’s Supreme Court Is Hiring Contractors To Monitor Social Media and Track Dissenters
In a bid to curb “disinformation,” the judiciary’s expansive monitoring now targets critics.
Feminist Accuses UK Police of “Harassment” Over Tweet Investigation
UK police continue to target tweets.