We firmly believe that our international students have the same rights to freedom of speech as everyone else, and they should not be targeted by the government for exercising their right.
The task for a decentralized internet isn't just to dismantle institutional power. It has to undo the mental chains we place around ourselves that keep us censored. This speaks to a deeper challenge that goes beyond technology, posing questions about our willingness to embrace true freedom.
Dublin City Council's refusal to approve the ROSA demonstration posters, citing potential offensiveness towards individuals pictured, highlights ongoing tensions regarding freedom of expression in public demonstrations.
This new program, called 'Catch and Revoke,' is alarming due to its implication on free speech and privacy for student visa holders and their American peers.
"The editorial suggested that the adâand by extension, Palinâhad incited the shooting that nearly killed Giffords... The editorial was swiftly retracted, and an apology extended to Palin."
In its decision, the Board claims that "public debate on policies around transgender peoples' rights and inclusion is permitted, with offensive viewpoints protected under international human rights law on freedom of expression."
The UK Supreme Court's ruling reflects an understanding that the definitions of 'woman' and 'sex' in legislation are not open to personal interpretation.