The Guardian is ramping up its efforts to ban all views that dissent from climate orthodoxy, branding them 'misinformation' and calling on Ofcom to act. This is not how real science works, says Chris Morrison. The post Guardian Ramps Up Efforts to Ban All Climate Dissent appeared first on The Daily Sceptic.| The Daily Sceptic
A Washington man has filed a federal lawsuit against the District of Columbia, four Metropolitan Police Department officers, and a National Guard Sergeant after being detained and handcuffed for playing the Star Wars "Imperial March" behind National Guard troops patrolling city streets as a peaceful protest.| Davis Vanguard
In their explosive discussion, journalist Tucker Carlson and Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene dissected what Carlson called the “Five Pillars of MAGA,” a framework that defines the core vision of America First politics and separates it from Washington’s entrenched interests. Carlson argued that these five guiding principles, long articulated by President Donald Trump, remain the […] The post Tucker Carlson and Marjorie Taylor Greene Outline the Five Pillars of MAGA: “America’s ...| National File
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Ian Johnson discusses the life of Liu Xiaobo, China’s sole laureate of the Nobel Peace Prize. The post China Through the Eyes of its Most Famous Dissident appeared first on Washington Monthly.| Washington Monthly
Switzerland was famous (or infamous) for staying neutral in World War II. It simply would not take a side between…| JONATHAN TURLEY
The large “No Kings” protests this weekend were peaceful with the exception of some hot spots in Portland near ICE…| JONATHAN TURLEY
Jimmy Kimmel is back on television by less than popular demand. Kimmel’s ratings are hardly robust (Kimmel pulls in 1.85…| JONATHAN TURLEY
Below is my column in The Hill on the recent controversy at Rutgers University, where different groups are pushing to ban Turning Point USA and Professor Mark Bray, the author of the “Antifa …| JONATHAN TURLEY
Charlie Kirk was a great man. He aimed to change the hearts and minds of millions of young people towards Christ and conservatism, employing nothing other than his voice and intellectual curiosity to foster free speech and open debate with those who disagreed with him. For this, he was brutally murdered in front of nearly […]| The Chicago Thinker
CHICAGO, IL, 10/14/2025 - In a moment where a considerable number of college students and professors celebrated the assassination of| The Chicago Thinker
Cruz’s upcoming hearing will feature executives from Google, Meta, and the Foundation for Individual Rights.| Broadband Breakfast
Letter calls on Commission to consult free speech experts as part of review into censorial Digital Services Act (DSA) Letter from free speech experts, which was coordinated by ADF International, comes after US Ambassador to EU and Google recently expressed concerns that DSA risks censoring American online speech BRUSSELS (9 October 2025) – More than […] The post One hundred experts write to European Commission warning EU legislation risks censoring global speech appeared first on ADF I...| ADF International
Christian grandmother arrested a second time; criminally charged for holding a sign reading “Coercion is a crime, here to talk, only if you want” within 200m of a hospital “The arrest of Rose Docherty is another egregious example of the tyrannical suppression of free speech happening across Europe”, warns U.S. State Department https://adfinternational.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Glasgow-3.mov GLASGOW (29 September 2025) – The U.S. State Department has expressed concer...| ADF International
Christian grandmother arrested a second time; criminally charged for holding a sign reading “Coercion is a crime, here to talk, only if you want” within 200m of a hospital Rose Docherty, aged 75, left without chair for two hours in a police cell – despite having two hip replacements https://adfinternational.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Glasgow-3.mov GLASGOW (27 September 2025) – 75-year-old grandmother Rose Docherty has been arrested a second time and criminally […] ...| ADF International
by Paul Temple When Robert Oppenheimer graduated from Harvard in 1925, young American scientists wanting to work with the world’s best researchers crossed the Atlantic as a matter of course. As a theoretical physicist, Oppenheimer’s choice was between Germany, particularly … Continue reading →| SRHE Blog
The July edition of the Vanguard Incarcerated Press features stories from incarcerated individuals that expose the cruelty of the prison system and highlight the resilience of those who endure it, while also advocating for free speech, human rights, and prison reform.| Davis Vanguard
Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate and permanent resident, was detained by ICE for over 100 days after advocating for Palestinian rights, and the Third Circuit is now hearing arguments on whether his detention was unlawful retaliation for his political speech.| Davis Vanguard
The Ignorati, those who talk publicly and loudly about things they are not experts on, pose a threat to social order and growth if not counteracted by the truth. The post The Rise of The Ignorati appeared first on INDVSTRVS.| INDVSTRVS
The Party of Free Speech Snowflakes is at it again. Despite Charlie Kirk not actually being a member of the administration or, indeed, a political leader of any sort, the Trump Administration continues to act as though one of its own has been assassinated, rather than just another podcaster who happened to be more popular […]| Techdirt
Brian Reed’s “Question Everything” podcast built its reputation on careful journalism that explores moral complexity within the journalism field. It’s one of my favorite podcasts.…| Techdirt
This article Halting misinformation in its tracks was originally published by Waging Nonviolence. To limit the spread of misinformation, we need to increase our digital literacy skills and be brave enough to have hard personal conversations. This article Halting misinformation in its tracks was originally published by Waging Nonviolence.| Waging Nonviolence
This article How the Disney boycott beat the FCC’s censorship push was originally published by Waging Nonviolence. Jimmy Kimmel's censorship seemed like a done deal, but then millions acted quickly, strategically and together for a significant movement win. This article How the Disney boycott beat the FCC’s censorship push was originally published by Waging Nonviolence.| Waging Nonviolence
Sabine Hossenfelder is a theoretical physicist who has primarily moved into science communication. I've personally found her helpful (if sometimes critical of popular science writers) and good at highlighting where the science community needs to think more about exactly what they are doing, and whether it is science at all. | Now Appearing
In this episode of The Workplace podcast, CalChamber General Counsel, Labor and Employment Bianca Saad, CalChamber Associate General Counsel Matthew| Advocacy - California Chamber of Commerce
There has been a massive increase in Turning Point chapters and membership following the assassination of founder Charlie Kirk. Students…| JONATHAN TURLEY
We previously discussed the case of B.A. v. Tri County Area Schools, where two middle schoolers in Michigan were prevented from wearing “Let’s Go Brandon” sweatshirts. However, a …| JONATHAN TURLEY
University of Wisconsin Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin spoke at the Reagan Institute Summit on Education where she emphasized the importance of civil discourse on college campuses in the wake of recent political violence. Mnookin encouraged students and faculty to learn how to disagree respectfully and learn from one another, according to UW News. Civil discourse is defined...| The Badger Herald
Now that we have proved to be too defiant and rebellious, Keir Starmer’s government is ripping up the rulebook on protest in order to protect Israel. By Jonathan Cook Jonathan-Cook.net In interviews and a comment article over the weekend, the…Read more →| Consortium News
The Paris-based International Federation for Human Rights documents the crackdown on the Palestinian solidarity movement in France, Germany, the U.K. and U.S. since Oct. 7, 2023. By Jessica Corbett Common Dreams “From Paris to Washington, Berlin to London, support for…Read more →| Consortium News
On Tuesday, October 7, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) joined Georgetown’s Institute of Politics and Public Service for a conversation on free speech, polarization, and his vision of the future of public service. Tillis, along with GU Politics Executive Director Mo Elleithee, talked about the changes he has seen throughout his time in Congress, how he […]| Institute of Politics and Public Service
As the Western world recognizes the Palestinian state, students and faculty reflect on the value of freedom of speech during times of political duress. Repercussions have been seen for protesting in favor of Palestine, as seen by the almost 900 arrests made in the United Kingdom against demonstrators in support of Palestine in early September....| The Murray State News
Professor Kent Greenfield and FIRE Co-founder Harvey Silverglate present differing views in a Federalist Society-hosted debate.| Boston College Law School Magazine
We previously discussed how the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) elected an outspoken activist as its president. The selection…| JONATHAN TURLEY
What’s behind the Trump administration’s transatlantic provocations on UK free speech and who does the dark agenda really belong to? The post Trump, Farage and the right’s free speech hypocrisy appeared first on Left Foot Forward: Leading the UK's progressive debate.| Left Foot Forward: Leading the UK's progressive debate
Truss said she would launch her own social media platform, believing that the ‘establishment media’ have failed her. The post Has Liz Truss’ ‘free speech’ social media platform fallen flat? appeared first on Left Foot Forward: Leading the UK's progressive debate.| Left Foot Forward: Leading the UK's progressive debate
(The Lion) — Alliance Defending Freedom opposed the censorship of the terms “abortion pill reversal” and “progesterone” in oral arguments Thursday before an appeals court, arguing pregnancy centers’ speech is protected under the First Amendment. “This really shouldn’t be a pro-life versus pro-choice issue,” ADF Senior Counsel Caleb Dalton told The Lion in an interview. “This is a pro-woman and … Read more The post ADF defends pregnancy centers’ free speech to discuss a...| The Heartlander
The past few weeks have felt unusually fraught and hectic even for the age of Trump, but some calm and closure seems to be on the horizon.| Compact
Fara Dabhoiwala’s revisionist history What is Free Speech? has arrived in the United States at an odd moment.| Compact
Larry Bushart posted a meme on a local Facebook page about Charlie Kirk. He now faces years in prison.| Reason.com
Sampling some legislative and regulatory proposals and reactions to new and anticipated executive action. The post A collection of recent commentary on and analysis of policy related to nonprofits, free speech, and violence appeared first on the Giving Review.| the Giving Review
Charlie Kirk stood as a genuine defender of the State of Israel – a passionate advocate who successfully confronted pro-Palestinian activists. Few have stood| www.israelhayom.com
In a disheartening ruling for individual rights, Federal Court Justice William Pentney dismissed a Charter challenge against the Canadian Armed Forces’ (CAF) Covid-19 vaccine mandate, prioritizing military compliance over personal autonomy.| policeonguard.ca
Cruz launched an inquiry into Wikipedia’s editorial neutrality| Broadband Breakfast
If universities hope to reclaim their essential role, they must lead again: speaking when silence tempts, teaching when slogans seduce, and remembering that genuine neutrality isn't the absence of principles but the courage to uphold education's fundamental values against all forms of ideological capture.| American Enterprise Institute - AEI
The remedy for the excesses of the radical Left is to restore an understanding of why America is a beacon of liberty.| The American Mind
An elementary school in Kansas has raised a novel question under the First Amendment: whether the freedom of speech includes…| JONATHAN TURLEY
I have the pleasure of joining Harvard Professor Randall Kennedy today for a discussion of the state of free speech…| JONATHAN TURLEY
Yesterday, I flagged the decision of New York University’s School of Law to cancel the planned Federalist Society event featuring…| JONATHAN TURLEY
Various people have asked for a video of my debate this week at the Virginia Military Institute over the question…| JONATHAN TURLEY
Judge William Young has had a distinguished career since his appointment by President Ronald Reagan in 1985, including serving as…| JONATHAN TURLEY
Rose Docherty is what they call a criminal recidivist in the United Kingdom. The 75-year-old woman has been arrested for…| JONATHAN TURLEY
I previously discussed the free speech lawsuit of Peter Strzok, expressing skepticism over his claims that the Justice Department violated…| JONATHAN TURLEY
Recently, I wrote a column about Meta’s restoration of free speech protections after the company admitted to censoring users on…| JONATHAN TURLEY
Below is my column in the Hill on the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel and how long advocates of censorship and…| JONATHAN TURLEY
Charlotte Bronte once wrote “I believe that creature is a changeling: she is a perfect cabinet of oddities.” No quote better captured the chilling curiosity that is Hillary Clinton. Thi…| JONATHAN TURLEY
Below is my column in USA Today on the restoration of free speech protections at Facebook and Meta. Earlier this year, I wrote a column on the plan at Meta to follow X in the reduction of censorshi…| JONATHAN TURLEY
From the Fairness Doctrine to Nixon’s “raised eyebrow,” government licensing power has long chilled broadcast speech—proving the First Amendment should apply fully to the airwaves.| Reason.com
Don't get accustomed to me praising Donald Trump, but exceptions will occur now and then. Trump is no principled friend of liberty, not by a long shot. Judging by most of his actions and words, he recognizes no impenetrable boundary between the government and the private sector, the market economy.…| The Libertarian Institute
Trump fibbed when he signed his first executive order in January, the one that promised never to repeat the Biden-era barriers to free spee...| sheldonfreeassociation.blogspot.com
Without the devil of fascism, they have no faith. So they make you wear the horns.| Blaze Media
In a letter published by the AAC&U on Tuesday, Stanford administrators were absent from a list of signatories who condemned the Trump administration’s actions toward U.S. higher education institutions.| The Stanford Daily
Democracy depends on words, not weapons. If we fail to defend that principle now, we will pay a steep price later. Campuses must once again be places where ideas clash fiercely but peacefully and where even the most offensive speech is met not with violence, but with better arguments.| American Enterprise Institute - AEI
Trending in Ed is back for its 10th season! Mike Palmer is kicking things off by reflecting on the past nine seasons and sharing what's in store for the Fall.| Trending in Education
This article Jimmy Kimmel’s reinstatement shows the power of noncooperation was originally published by Waging Nonviolence. Disney’s reversal on Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension wasn’t an act of corporate consciousness — it was a strategic retreat forced by coordinated pressure. This article Jimmy Kimmel’s reinstatement shows the power of noncooperation was originally published by Waging Nonviolence.| Waging Nonviolence
Fear and power are being used to silence dissent. But the protests over Disney censoring Jimmy Kimmel shows people are finding courage.| Waging Nonviolence
Yesterday, the administration announced a new Executive Order titled "Countering Domestic Terrorism and Organized Political Violence." This broad Order ostensibly instructs the National Joint Terrorism Task Force to investigate and prosecute crimes by groups it suspects of perpetrating political violence. But the fine print is immense cause for concern. The Order defines political violence [...] The post Advocacy Isn’t Terrorism: The Executive Order That Threatens Political Dissent appeared...| National Coalition Against Censorship
The National Coalition Against Censorship (NCAC) condemns the federal government's use of its power to pressure ABC to take Jimmy Kimmel off the air. The executive branch's work to silence a disfavored media voice violates the First Amendment and undermines every American's liberty to choose what they read, see, or hear.| National Coalition Against Censorship
The settlement between Columbia and the Trump administration leaves open the question of whether there is a ‘Palestine exception’ to free speech| Radicalism of fools
Fascists don't like it when you laugh at them.| Unprecedented
Since 2014 when the BJP came to power, there has been increased repression of protests, particularly those led by Muslims or aligned with a cause like Gaza, writes Betwa Sharma. By Betwa Sharma in Delhi, India Special to Consortium News While accepting the Orizzonti best director award| Consortium News
Congress shall make no law abridging the freedom of speech, but Congress should make a law abridging the freedom of Pornhub.| Public Discourse
Trump derangement syndrome shouldn’t get in the way of facts.| The American Conservative
At the time of this posting the the doxing website that was getting people harassed at threatened if they said the slightest thing off-putting (you know like, CHARLIE KIRK, ROT IN HELL!) has been scrubbed, then removed and replaced with another website with different name and no doxing opportunities - yet. But for a few days, Jason Potbelly had some fun in life because they came after him! He writes about it.| Idavox
Politics isn’t the answer, but Jesus is. And those two aren’t even close. In fact, those two answers are so far apart it’s almost shameful to mention them in the same sentence.| Justin N. Poythress
Activists pressure payment processors, who in turn pressure game marketplaces. Now many video games and visual novels are disappearing.| Reason.com
More debate, not fear, is how we honour him The assassination of Turning Point CEO Charlie Kirk has shocked the Western world, and in particular, young conservatives who saw his good-faith debates as an escape from a hostile learning environment. It’s hard to believe that a 31-year-old father of two could be shot in the throat in front of both his family and a crowd while having a conversation. University campuses are meant to be a cradle of learning – not a slaughterhouse. Watch or conti...| Malcolm Roberts
[23] The Crown also relies on the evidence of Dr. Garth Davies who was qualified as an expert to give opinion evidence on the identification of, and explanation of, specific ideologically motivated violent extremist (IMVE) groups including Atomwaffen Division, National Socialist Order, National...| Canuck Law
Some of the Kirk haters jumping for joy — including teachers, airline pilots, first responders — were fired from their jobs as a result of their comments.| Stu Bykofsky
Political analysts fear that the administration’s crackdown on free speech has major implications for Black Americans at odds with its anti-diversity stances.| Capital B News
Beatrice Prince (‘28): I met Charlie Kirk this summer outside the White House while I was interning for Senator Tom Cotton. I had followed him for nearly ten years, but that day he became real to me. He didn’t just shake my hand and move on; he stopped, smiled, and spoke to me with a [...] The post Tell the Tory: Princetonians Reflect on the Life of Charlie Kirk first appeared on The Princeton Tory.| The Princeton Tory
On Wednesday, Charlie Kirk was assassinated on the campus of Utah Valley University. He was murdered while engaging in good-faith dialogue with college students – the proper, tried-and-true way of practicing politics in a republic. He leaves behind a widowed wife and two young children. His death is a tragedy for his family and the [...] The post Statement on the Assassination of Charlie Kirk first appeared on The Princeton Tory.| The Princeton Tory
Challenging Homophobia: Championing Freedom, Faith and Sex-Based Rights| LGB Christians
You can't fly that flag, It's racist. It might upset the migrants.| Glorious Meme Commissary of Proletariat
On September 10th, 2025, America was forever changed by the brutal assassination of conservative activist and Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk in front of hundreds of his supporters at Utah Valley University. In the days since, grief, outrage, and a national reckoning over the state of American discourse and political violence has ensued across […]| The Chicago Thinker
The infection of political insulation has reached college students. As twenty-somethings begin to dip their toes in political waters, there seems to be a ploy from the media urging young people to turn away from their political counterparts and only surround themselves with like-minded individuals, achieving pure political insulation. But does this philosophy actually move […]| The Chicago Thinker
I had the opportunity to briefly meet Charlie Kirk a few years ago behind the scenes of a Turning Point USA conference. During our conversation, he was incredibly gracious, and he told me that he held the University of Chicago and the Chicago Principles in high regard. He knew that despite having a moderately left-leaning […]| The Chicago Thinker
The University of Chicago is historically known as an institution that protects academic freedom and freedom of speech on its| The Chicago Thinker
Roughly 100 Georgetown University students and community members walked out of classes March 11 to protest the federal detainment of Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian student organizer and activist at Columbia University. Federal immigration officers detained Khalil, a lawful U.S. permanent resident and prominent activist during pro-Palestine student protests at Columbia last spring, in his university...| The Hoya
It’s been an odd summer. Over August there have been increasing reports of people in towns, cities and villages across the UK flying Union Jack and St George flags from lamp posts and across streets – which, as often as not, have then been removed by local councils, who, while seemingly perfectly happy to have LGBTQ+ and pro-Palestinian flags flown, will not allow any demonstration of support for nationalism. Similarly, flags of St George painted on roads and roundabouts have also b...| Voice for Justice
Bondi said that “hate speech” directed at conservatives was responsible for Charlie Kirk’s assassination, and that people who utter such speech will be prosecuted by the Trump administration.| TheAltWorld
As part of an ongoing attack on free expression, Donald Trump is trying to criminalize flag burning. Is this proposed ban constitutional? [ dur: 29mins. ] Dennis Baron is Emeritus Professor of English at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He is a frequent commentator on language issues in the national media and has written a number of popular books, including What's Your Pronoun? (2020). Then, why is child care in America so expensive? This vital service that is so crucial for c...| The Scholars' Circle
NCAC opposes the proposed policy changes to include both the implementation of book removal .| National Coalition Against Censorship
George Abaraonye’s messages celebrating Kirk’s murder sparked outrage. But at Oxford, students are more sympathetic| New Statesman
Don’t ruin a student’s life over a tasteless comment| New Statesman
Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, was assassinated at age 31 during a speech at Utah Valley University. Learn about his life, legacy, and the capture of his suspected killer, Tyler Robinson.| Alain Guillot
The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression just released its newest college free speech rankings. Yale jumped from ranking 155 last year to 58 out of 257 colleges and universities this year! Much of Yale’s improvement came from an increase in tolerance for both controversial liberal (ranked 2 this year) and controversial conservative speakers (ranked 21 this year) on […]| Buckley Institute
Welcome to the 2020s, where brands don’t just sell products, they sell identities. From Bud Light’s “woke” misstep to Cracker Barrel’s logo makeover, corporate America is playing dress-up with| Learn Liberty
Why isn’t this front-page? Nepal’s free-speech revolt leaves 22 dead; curfew, soldiers on streets and ministries ablaze after a social-media kill switch.| The Expose - Home
Nepal’s social-media kill switch sparked deadly unrest—troops, live rounds, burning streets—then a sudden U-turn. How far will governments go to silence you?| The Expose - Home
"We have had no end of a lesson: it will do us no end of good."| Reason.com