freedom of speech
China Wants to Silence Critics. Universities Must Fight Back
China is attempting to control the global conversation about its escalations in Hong Kong and its treatment of Uighurs.
Angela Merkel Calls Trump's Twitter Ban Problematic
A spokesman for the German chancellor said social media companies should not "stand back" when users incite violence or spread hate.
Why Joe Biden Should Reject Cancel Culture
Targeting the views and supporters of a presidential administration may be a new tactic for the Left, but stifling the views and thoughts of opponents isn't.
A Student Movement for Academic Freedom
Among the many disturbing events of 2020 has been the rising threat to academic freedom at colleges and universities.
Cambridge Should Preserve the Freedom to Disrespect
If you don't like someone's ideas you should argue with them or ignore them; getting someone to censor them should not be an option.
Justice Alito is Right: Freedom of Speech and Religion Face Real Threats
Alito's primary theme was the restrictions on constitutionally guaranteed freedoms—especially of religion, assembly and speech—that have intensified during the pandemic.
In Macron's France, Free Speech is Only for Some
No one should fear violence or harassment for reproducing or publishing images like the Charlie Hebdo cartoons. But those who do not agree their publication s also have the right to non-violently voice their concerns.
UNCW Calls Professor's 'Slave State' Tweet 'Hateful, Hurtful Language'
The professor's tweet compared North Carolina's COVID-19 lockdown measures to a "slave state."
Pompeo Says China Exploiting George Floyd Death: 'Laughable Propaganda'
He offered a scathing rebuke Saturday of Chinese government officials and their country's state-run media outlets for producing "obscene propaganda" that looks to capitalize on U.S. civil unrest.
Kashmir: Twitter Removes Almost 1m Tweets, Accused of Censorship
The social media giant complied with more take-down requests from Indian officials than any other country, a study by the Committee to Protect Journalists showed.
Exclusive: Over 3,000 Arrested in Egypt's Latest Uprising
Despite the government's iron fist, Egyptians are still intent on taking to the streets.
I'm a U.S. Marine, and this Isn't the Freedom of Speech I Served to Protect
Freedom of speech is being used more to defame than to argue or inform—and we might be undermining its very future.
Vt. Rep. Withdraws From House Race After Racist Threats
Representative Kiah Morris said political discourse had become "divisive, inflammatory" and even dangerous.
U.S. Professor Fired from Chinese University
Under the leadership of Xi Jinping, experts have pointed to an increasing crackdown on free speech.
California Supreme Court Defends Negative Yelp Reviews
A law firm had claimed defamation over a former client's feedback.
UAE Activist Jailed for 10 Over Social Media Activity
Ahmed Mansoor was part of a Human Rights Watch Advisory Committee.
Malaysia's Anti-Fake-News Bill Sparks Censorship Fears
The bill proposed jail sentences and hefty fines for anyone found guilty of publishing fake news.
U.K. Student Banned for Saying Homosexuality Is a Sin
"To me it sends a chilling message that if you are a Christian and you hold traditional Christian views you should be careful not to express them, because you might end up losing your job."
Trump Is Loving NASCAR's Stance on Protesting Anthem
"It'll get you a ride on a Greyhound bus," one team owner told drivers thinking of protesting.
Most Lack Basic Knowledge to Understand Current Events
Only 26 percent could name all three branches of the government.
Twitter Refuses U.S. Order to Reveal Anti-Trump User
Twitter, which counts Trump among its active users, has a record of litigating in favor of user privacy.
Bills Cracking Down on Protests Fuel Free Speech Fears
Bills have been introduced over the past month in states including North Dakota, Indiana and Iowa that would impose measures such as harsher penalties for demonstrators who disrupt traffic, and scrapping punishment for drivers who unintentionally strike protesters blocking their vehicles.
New Egyptian Law May Give President Control of Media
Human rights organizations have repeatedly criticized media freedoms in Egypt, which jailed the second most journalists of any country in the world in 2015.
Trump's Threat to Press Freedom: Why it Matters
The president-elect, who has called the press 'scum,' may find it hard to legally limit the media; will intimidation and secrecy accomplish the same goals?
Geert Wilders Trial: Free Speech an Excuse for Racism
Wilders's hearing could either be a setback for the party or a blessing in disguise.
Fourth Anniversary of Raif Badawi's Arrest
Saudi Arabian blogger Raif Badawi was arrested four years ago for championing free speech.
Twitter Suspends Parody Putin Account
Bloggers have complained Twitter has pandered to Kremlin trolls.
Erdogan-Burgers on the Menu as German Eatery Reopens
The restaurant had closed because of threats from supporters of the Turkish president.
Political Correctness Gone Mad. It's No Laughing Matter
In a society where everyone is easily offended, making people laugh is a treacherous business.
Saudi Blogger Raif Badawi Wins PEN Free-Speech Award
Badawi was sentenced to 10 years in prison and 1,000 lashes for comments made on his blog.