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Texas’ social media law remains blocked after U.S. Supreme Court sends it back to lower court

The tech industry saw the measured ruling as a win. Attorney General Ken Paxton vowed to continue defending the law.

The Texas Tribune · Jul 1, 2024

Why is Ireland’s hate crime bill attracting so much hate of its own?

Critics say the bill could have a ‘chilling’ effect on freedom of speech and stifle debate about important issues.

Al Jazeera · Jun 17, 2024

‘Trad-wife’ TikTok influencer fired over n-word did a ‘soul search’ and couldn’t care less about ‘backlash’

‘If my freedom of speech [is] taken, they’ll be coming for yours next,’ she posted in the aftermath of the offensive viral video

The Independent UK · Jun 12, 2024

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Journal of Free Speech Law: "Fiction, Defamation, and Freedom of Speech," by Prof. Collin O'Neil

An article from the Defamation: Philosophical and Legal Perspectives symposium, sponsored by the Center for Legal Philosophy at UC Irvine.

Reason · Jun 10, 2024

Australia drops legal fight against X over church stabbing videos

Elon Musk’s social media platform welcomes decision as a victory for freedom of speech.

Al Jazeera · Jun 5, 2024

Who gets to decide what counts as ‘disorder’?

As a scholar of urban governance and data policy, I viewed the responses to protests on U.S. campuses as about more than threats to academic freedom and freedom of speech.

The Conversation · Jun 3, 2024

President Donald Trump's Manhattan Convictions are Unconstitutional

The first amendment protects the alleged payment of hush money to a porn star to influence an election outcome as the u.s. supreme court will eventually rule

Reason · Jun 1, 2024

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Kansas City Chiefs Kicker Sparks Controversy With Speech

The controversy over Harrison Butker's speech at Benedictine College raises questions about freedom of speech and the NFL's response to conflicting persona...

More than half the world cannot speak freely, report finds

Sharp rise in number of people facing a crisis in freedom of speech, while authors particularly alarmed by deterioration in India under Narendra Modi

The Guardian - UK · May 22, 2024

Pro-Palestinian Protesters Disrupt University Of Michigan Commencement Ceremony

Protesters disrupt University of Michigan commencement ceremony, sparking discussions on protest behavior and freedom of speech.

Houthis Offer Education To US Protest Suspended Students

Houthi group offers educational support to US students amid crackdown on protests, raising concerns about freedom of speech.

Prominent Republicans Condemn Judge's 'Dangerous' Gag Order In Trump Trial

Prominent Republican candidates criticize Judge Merchan's gag order on Trump's trial, highlighting threats to democracy and freedom of speech.

Thousands Protest 'Foreign Agents' Bill In Georgia

Protest in Georgia against 'foreign agents' bill sparks debate on freedom of speech and civil liberties.

Texas Governor Abbott Vows To Continue Arrests Of Protesters

Governor Abbott's response to pro-Palestinian protests at UT Austin raises concerns over freedom of speech and antisemitism.

Elon Musk’s battle over the Sydney church stabbing video is not about freedom of speech. It’s to titillate his followers

The X owner was always going to turn the video removal request into a glib culture war fought with 4chan-style memes and late-night missives

Australian PM Praises X's Fight Against Church Stabbing Posts

Australian Prime Minister praises X for defending freedom of speech in church stabbing incident, sparking important conversations on online content moderation.

Far-Right Conference In Brussels Faces Legal Challenges

Legal challenges and political opposition surround the National Conservative conference in Brussels, sparking debates on freedom of speech and the future o...

The Hindu · Apr 15, 2024

Review plea in SC claims electoral bonds case alleged ‘make-believe violation of fundamental rights’

The petition said the Parliament, where petitioner-lawyer Mathews J. Nedumpara was “symbolically present”, had ushered in the scheme through an amendment in the Finance Act to curb black money.

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Reason · Apr 11, 2024

Journal of Free Speech Law: "'Falsely Shouting Fire,'" by Profs. Genevieve Lakier & Evelyn Douek

The article is here; the Introduction: Over one hundred years ago, in Schenck v. United States, Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes created a meme. Holmes wanted to illustrate why freedom of speech was not—and could never be—absolute. "The most stringent protection of free speech," Holmes wrote, "would not protect a man…

Reason · Apr 11, 2024

Social Media, Freedom of Speech, and Common Carriers: Response to Adam Candeub

If adopted by the Supreme Court, Prof. Candeub's approach would be a grave menace to freedom of speech.

Russia Sentences Pussy Riot Activist To Eight Years

Pussy Riot activist sentenced to 8 years in Russia for 'war fakes' on Ukraine, sparking global outrage and concerns about freedom of speech.

Evening Standard · Apr 2, 2024

Why are Scotland’s new hate crime laws prompting concern?

Legislation on hate crime came into force on April 1 – its supporters insist it gets the balance right between protecting individuals and freedom of speech

Reason · Apr 1, 2024

Voices for Liberties Papers on Freedom of Speech, Civil Rights, and Social Progress

I am the Executive Director of the Scalia Law School's Law & Liberty Center. Our most significant current project at the Center is "Voices for Liberty," which our website describes as follows: "While some view freedom of speech as detrimental to minority groups, others champion it as a necessary condition…

Reason · Mar 26, 2024

Hamburger Responds: Prof. Somin Repeats His Errors

Round 3 in the debate between Hamburger and Somin over the First Amendment and Murthy

Reason · Mar 25, 2024

Abridgement, Coercion, and Freedom of Speech: Reply to Philip Hamburger

Prof. Hamburger is wrong to argue that the use of the word "abridgment" implies that noncoercive government persuasion directed at social media firms violates the First Amendment.

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