Free Speech

Alex Gibney's documentary 'Knife' explores Salman Rushdie's recovery from a 2022 stabbing attack, framing his survival and the defense of free speech through the lens of his marriage. The film, featuring intimate hospital footage shot by Rushdie's wife Rachel Eliza Griffiths, premieres at the Sundance Film Festival on January 25. It draws from Rushdie's 2024 memoir of the same name, highlighting personal resilience amid ongoing threats.

10 января 2026 Сообщено ИИ

A Republican state senator in Utah has introduced a bill to impose a 7 percent tax on pornography sites operating in the state, aiming to fund mental health services for teenagers. The proposal comes amid a wave of age-verification laws across the US, with critics arguing the tax violates the First Amendment. If enacted, the measure would take effect in May and include an annual fee for adult sites.

In a Nov. 13 podcast, journalist Katie Couric pressed Sen. John Fetterman to weigh in on whether the posthumous honors for slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk were excessive. The Pennsylvania Democrat declined to second‑guess the decisions, condemned political violence, and said disagreement never justifies assassination.

13 ноября 2025 Сообщено ИИ

The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition by several vloggers challenging the House of Representatives' inquiry into the spread of fake news. The court ruled that inviting them as resource persons did not violate their freedom of expression. It also emphasized that resource persons should be treated with respect during legislative hearings.

In a Daily Wire op-ed, novelist Gregg Hurwitz argues that social media algorithms are accelerating real‑world radicalization and outlines five fixes aimed at preserving free speech while reducing harm. He cites recent high‑profile attacks — including the killings of Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman, UnitedHealthcare executive Brian Thompson, and activist Charlie Kirk — to illustrate the stakes.

27 октября 2025 Сообщено ИИ

Former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for fostering repression and eroding free speech. In an opinion piece, he described the government as turning Nigeria into a police state through the misuse of laws like the Cyberstalking Act. Atiku urged citizens to resist this trend ahead of the 2027 elections.