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Speaking Freely: Winnie Kabintie

Free expression is the ability to communicate and share ideas openly, without restrictions, and is essential for individual and community empowerment.

The Guardian view on online safety: ministers must stand up to big tech | Editorial

The Online Safety Act made strides in regulating major companies, but its implementation via Ofcom is criticized for leaving dangerous loopholes.

Brazil's Internet Intermediary Liability Rules Under Trial: What Are the Risks?

The Brazilian Supreme Court's decision may redefine digital platform liability and its effects on free expression and privacy in the internet.
The court examines the constitutional validity of Brazil's intermediary liability rules, particularly Article 19 of the Marco Civil da Internet.

With Assad In Russia, Syria's Former Rebels Seek Stability Out Of Chaos

Interactions on social media may lead to legal consequences for Russian passport holders in Russia and occupied Ukraine.
#content-moderation

Meta says it's mistakenly moderating too much

Meta's content moderation has excessive error rates, resulting in harmless content removal and unfair penalties for users.
After criticism, Meta aims to enhance moderation precision and rectify past mistakes, especially during the pandemic.

Meta Seeks To Ease Tensions With Trump While Outlining Election Integrity Efforts

Meta acknowledges high error rates in enforcing policies, hindering free expression and resulting in unfair penalties.

Meta Seeks to Ease Tensions with Trump While Outlining Election Integrity Efforts

Meta acknowledges high error rates in content moderation leading to unfair penalization and restrictions on harmless content.

Meta's Oversight Board separates death threats and 'aspirational statements' in Venezuela

Users discussing state-supported violence in Venezuela should have more freedom to express opposition, according to Meta's Oversight Board.
Criticism of Meta's policy on political content visibility highlights its potential to harm free expression in Venezuela.

Meta says it's mistakenly moderating too much

Meta's content moderation has excessive error rates, resulting in harmless content removal and unfair penalties for users.
After criticism, Meta aims to enhance moderation precision and rectify past mistakes, especially during the pandemic.

Meta Seeks To Ease Tensions With Trump While Outlining Election Integrity Efforts

Meta acknowledges high error rates in enforcing policies, hindering free expression and resulting in unfair penalties.

Meta Seeks to Ease Tensions with Trump While Outlining Election Integrity Efforts

Meta acknowledges high error rates in content moderation leading to unfair penalization and restrictions on harmless content.

Meta's Oversight Board separates death threats and 'aspirational statements' in Venezuela

Users discussing state-supported violence in Venezuela should have more freedom to express opposition, according to Meta's Oversight Board.
Criticism of Meta's policy on political content visibility highlights its potential to harm free expression in Venezuela.
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#digital-rights

Tools to Protect Your Privacy Online | EFFector 36.1

EFFector 36.1 covers topics such as AI watermarking, changes in the tech landscape for 2024, and updates to Street Level Surveillance hub and Privacy Badger.

About Face (Recognition) | EFFector 36.5

Stay informed with EFFector newsletter for updates on digital rights.
Join EFF to support the fight for online privacy and free expression.

The 2024 U.S. Election is Over. EFF is Ready for What's Next.

EFF is committed to defending digital rights, user privacy, and free expression in the post-election landscape.

Tools to Protect Your Privacy Online | EFFector 36.1

EFFector 36.1 covers topics such as AI watermarking, changes in the tech landscape for 2024, and updates to Street Level Surveillance hub and Privacy Badger.

About Face (Recognition) | EFFector 36.5

Stay informed with EFFector newsletter for updates on digital rights.
Join EFF to support the fight for online privacy and free expression.

The 2024 U.S. Election is Over. EFF is Ready for What's Next.

EFF is committed to defending digital rights, user privacy, and free expression in the post-election landscape.
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Deliberative speech and activist speech both have value (letter)

Activist speech is essential to social change and aligns with core university values, contradicting claims that it threatens those values.
#censorship

East Village theater shuts down after Catholic Church landlord scrutinizes scripts

The Catholic Archdiocese of New York cancelled productions at the Connelly Theater, impacting plays focused on reproductive rights and gender equity.

Literary Institutions Are Pressuring Authors to Remain Silent About Gaza

Criticism of Israel's military actions leads to severe backlash against writers and artists, posing threats to free expression and democratic values.

Students and Educators Are Joining Forces to Fight Book Bans Across the US

Book bans are on the rise, impacting public and school libraries, but the power to preserve literary freedom lies with parents, kids, and educators.

China cracks down on uncivilised' online puns used to discuss sensitive topics

China's crackdown on puns and homophones intensifies online censorship efforts, limiting creative discourse on sensitive subjects.

Book bans nearly triple in 2023-2024 school year: PEN America report

Over 10,000 books were banned from public schools in 2023-2024, nearly tripling the previous year's number, primarily targeting sexual and LGBTQ+ content.

Special programs will mark Banned Books Week at Brooklyn Public Library

Brooklyn Public Library is actively participating in Banned Books Week with various events to raise awareness about censorship and the importance of literature.

East Village theater shuts down after Catholic Church landlord scrutinizes scripts

The Catholic Archdiocese of New York cancelled productions at the Connelly Theater, impacting plays focused on reproductive rights and gender equity.

Literary Institutions Are Pressuring Authors to Remain Silent About Gaza

Criticism of Israel's military actions leads to severe backlash against writers and artists, posing threats to free expression and democratic values.

Students and Educators Are Joining Forces to Fight Book Bans Across the US

Book bans are on the rise, impacting public and school libraries, but the power to preserve literary freedom lies with parents, kids, and educators.

China cracks down on uncivilised' online puns used to discuss sensitive topics

China's crackdown on puns and homophones intensifies online censorship efforts, limiting creative discourse on sensitive subjects.

Book bans nearly triple in 2023-2024 school year: PEN America report

Over 10,000 books were banned from public schools in 2023-2024, nearly tripling the previous year's number, primarily targeting sexual and LGBTQ+ content.

Special programs will mark Banned Books Week at Brooklyn Public Library

Brooklyn Public Library is actively participating in Banned Books Week with various events to raise awareness about censorship and the importance of literature.
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#human-rights

Speaking Freely: Robert Ssempala

Robert Ssempala advocates for press freedom and human rights in Uganda.
Free expression is about expressing opinions without fear of reprisals.

Speaking Freely: Mary Aileen Diez-Bacalso

Free expression allows individuals or organizations to express thoughts without fear.
The importance of advocating for free expression in ensuring individuals can seek information without intimidation.

Little remains of Hong Kong's Umbrella Movement 10 years on DW 09/27/2024

Recent imprisonments underscore the impact of Hong Kong's National Security Law on free expression, offsetting hopes from the Umbrella Movement.

Speaking Freely: Robert Ssempala

Robert Ssempala advocates for press freedom and human rights in Uganda.
Free expression is about expressing opinions without fear of reprisals.

Speaking Freely: Mary Aileen Diez-Bacalso

Free expression allows individuals or organizations to express thoughts without fear.
The importance of advocating for free expression in ensuring individuals can seek information without intimidation.

Little remains of Hong Kong's Umbrella Movement 10 years on DW 09/27/2024

Recent imprisonments underscore the impact of Hong Kong's National Security Law on free expression, offsetting hopes from the Umbrella Movement.
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How to Speak Truth Without Fear

People often suppress controversial opinions due to fear of ostracism, even in free societies.
#university-policy

University of Pennsylvania embraces institutional neutrality

The University of Pennsylvania adopts a policy of institutional neutrality to protect academic freedom and expression.
The new policy aims to enhance individual voices by limiting the university's official statements.

Committee to recommend final expressive activity policy | Cornell Chronicle

The university is developing a new policy to balance free expression and the right to protest with necessary limits on disruptive activities.

University of Pennsylvania embraces institutional neutrality

The University of Pennsylvania adopts a policy of institutional neutrality to protect academic freedom and expression.
The new policy aims to enhance individual voices by limiting the university's official statements.

Committee to recommend final expressive activity policy | Cornell Chronicle

The university is developing a new policy to balance free expression and the right to protest with necessary limits on disruptive activities.
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Harvard professors protest protest restrictions-with chalk

Harvard professors protested a new policy banning chalking, asserting it restricts free expression essential to academic freedom.

Meta Oversight Board okays calls for violence against Venezuelan 'colectivos'

Meta's Oversight Board ruled that aspirational statements for violence against paramilitary groups in Venezuela do not violate its community guidelines.

Why Did Canada's Top Art Gallery Push Out a Visionary Curator? | The Walrus

Wanda Nanibush's departure from the AGO raises concerns about free expression and the political pressures in art institutions regarding social justice issues.

Serbian Deputy PM Discusses Improving Belgrade's Ties With Russia In Lavrov Meeting

Engaging with content online in Russia or Russian-controlled areas can result in severe legal penalties.

Woman charged with hate crime after vandalizing home of Jewish director of Brooklyn Museum

A woman was arrested and charged with a hate crime for splattering red paint on the home of the Jewish director of the Brooklyn Museum in June.

Muslim and Arab Writers Are Challenging Western Imperialism's Narrative

Anthology 'Stories From the Center of the World' showcases diverse Middle Eastern writers' voices.
#antisemitism

Campus Crackdowns Have Chilling Effect on Pro-Palestinian Speech

Colleges are facing pressure to clamp down on pro-Palestinian protests and events on campus due to pressure from donors, alumni, and politicians.
Some schools have canceled or delayed events, shut down student groups, and disciplined students in response to the pressure.

How to Define Antisemitism' Is a Subject of Bitter Debate.

The challenge of defining and confronting antisemitism on college campuses.

Campus Crackdowns Have Chilling Effect on Pro-Palestinian Speech

Colleges are facing pressure to clamp down on pro-Palestinian protests and events on campus due to pressure from donors, alumni, and politicians.
Some schools have canceled or delayed events, shut down student groups, and disciplined students in response to the pressure.

How to Define Antisemitism' Is a Subject of Bitter Debate.

The challenge of defining and confronting antisemitism on college campuses.
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#protests

Columbia University cancels main commencement ceremony following protests that roiled campus for weeks

Columbia University canceled its large commencement ceremony due to ongoing protests, opting for smaller school-based events for individual student recognition.

What to know about the protests at Columbia, Yale and other colleges

Protests over Israel-Gaza war intensify on college campuses, demanding divestment from military ties to Israel.

Columbia University cancels main commencement ceremony following protests that roiled campus for weeks

Columbia University canceled its large commencement ceremony due to ongoing protests, opting for smaller school-based events for individual student recognition.

What to know about the protests at Columbia, Yale and other colleges

Protests over Israel-Gaza war intensify on college campuses, demanding divestment from military ties to Israel.
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University of Chicago President Says Encampment Cannot Continue'

The University of Chicago President has decided to end a pro-Palestinian encampment on campus, despite its history as a model for free expression.

TikTok asks creators for help as bill to ban it moves through Congress

TikTok urges creators to share positive impact amid potential U.S. ban
Bipartisan bill seeks TikTok's divestment or nationwide ban

Appeals Court Upholds Block of Texas Law Requiring Ratings for School Library Books

A federal appeals court has affirmed that a Texas law requiring ratings on books sold to school libraries is unconstitutional.
The law, titled the 'Restricting Explicit and Adult-Designated Educational Resources Act,' would likely result in bans on literary classics and books depicting LGBTQ characters.
#book-bans

Lawmakers weigh standard to guard access to library books

Lawmakers in Massachusetts are proposing a bill to protect books from being removed from public spaces based on personal or political views.
Book bans have been increasing in the country, with Massachusetts ranking fourth in attempts to remove books from shelves in 2022.

Texas Library Censorship Attempt Struck Down By 5th Circuit

Texas legislation aimed at restricting or banning 'sexually explicit' books in public school libraries likely violates the Constitution, according to the US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
The court's decision is seen as a victory for free expression and allowing parents to make decisions for their own children without government interference.

Lawmakers weigh standard to guard access to library books

Lawmakers in Massachusetts are proposing a bill to protect books from being removed from public spaces based on personal or political views.
Book bans have been increasing in the country, with Massachusetts ranking fourth in attempts to remove books from shelves in 2022.

Texas Library Censorship Attempt Struck Down By 5th Circuit

Texas legislation aimed at restricting or banning 'sexually explicit' books in public school libraries likely violates the Constitution, according to the US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
The court's decision is seen as a victory for free expression and allowing parents to make decisions for their own children without government interference.
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New bill would protect school librarian selections, reduce book challenges in Mass.

Certified school librarians emphasize that there are no pornographic books in school libraries.
Book challenges are increasing in Massachusetts, prompting discussions about free expression and the role of certified school librarians.

Daring to Create Art Freely Behind the Iron Curtain

Liberal democracy is facing challenges in the 21st century
Artists and writers are forgetting the importance of free expression

How are Harvard, Penn presidents responding to campus anti-Semitism row?

Harvard University and the University of Pennsylvania respond to backlash from their testimonies on campus anti-Semitism at Congress.
The presidents faced criticism from supporters of Israel and Palestine, with calls for resignations or legal action.
The presidents emphasized their commitment to free expression and a diversity of viewpoints on campus.
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