#free-speech

#free-speech

TikTok remains a strategic platform for political campaigns to connect with voters.

The ban on TikTok may have broader implications beyond data security concerns, impacting free speech and activism. [ more ]

TikTok bill signed into law after swift Congressional process, giving app 9 months to find new American owners to stay in U.S. [ more ]

Arkansas sued over ban on critical race theory

Lawsuit argues restrictions violate free speech and equal protection [ more ]

Dozens of students arrested after police clear pro-Palestinian protest at Columbia University. [ more ]

The academic senate at UCLA may rebuke Chancellor Gene Block for failing to keep students safe during pro-Palestinian demonstrations, indicating faculty sentiment on free speech and campus safety. [ more ]

Graduate student union at University of California system may strike over free speech concerns. [ more ]

Pro-Palestinian protesters stormed University of Chicago's Institute of Politics building to protest ties to Israel. [ more ]

School district leaders face congressional scrutiny over Israel-Hamas war tensions. [ more ]

Republicans demand school leaders to fire educators accused of antisemitism during congressional hearings. [ more ]

Trustees should provide support, expertise, and hold administrators accountable during times of conflict on campuses. [ more ]

Readers and experts support amnesty for student protestors facing arrest or suspension for exercising their right to free speech. [ more ]

Authorities considered shutting down a pro-Palestinian camp at UCLA following a violent attack, amid divisions on managing protests between different universities. [ more ]

Free speech and legal implications intersect in various controversial cases. [ more ]

Mayor Adams opposes anti-Israel protests on NYC college campuses. [ more ]

President Biden initially cautious on campus protests against Israel's war in Gaza, eventually speaks out clearly in favor of free speech and against violence. [ more ]

The largest employee union in the University of California system may authorize a strike due to the treatment of pro-Palestinian protesters at UCLA. [ more ]

The lawsuit by X Corporation against the nonprofit Center for Countering Digital Hate was dismissed by a federal judge in California.

The judge ruled that the lawsuit violated California's anti-SLAPP law, meant to prevent discouraging public criticism. [ more ]

Trump faces legal challenges while campaigning for a second term, risking jail time for violating gag order. [ more ]

University faculty navigate restrictions on expressing political views amid Israel-Hamas conflict. [ more ]

The University of Florida stressed it is not a daycare and responded to anti-genocide protests on campus with multiple arrests and enforcement of campus regulations. [ more ]

The U.S. Supreme Court upholds the oversight part of Elon Musk's SEC settlement, rejecting his appeal on free speech grounds. [ more ]

Pro-Hamas college activists facing consequences for actions. [ more ]

The suspension and legal records of students involved in protests may affect their academic futures and adult lives. [ more ]

Critics label protests as antisemitic, while universities struggle to balance free speech and avoiding disruptions. Some diverse groups participate in demonstrations. [ more ]

The article discusses the blurred lines between private yards and public forums in the context of free speech and protest rights. [ more ]

Gov. Abbott called in state troopers to clear pro-Palestine protesters at the University of Texas, signaling his assertiveness and the response's impact. [ more ]

Pro-Palestinian protestors at the University of Texas at Austin face arrests and accusations of antisemitism by Governor Greg Abbott. [ more ]

Shabana Mahmood agrees with JK Rowling on biological sex being real and immutable. [ more ]

Legislation passed to potentially ban TikTok in the US, sparking reactions from lawmakers and users. [ more ]

Student journalists cover campus debates over free speech and Israel-Hamas war protests, highlighting fears of harassment and doxxing stifling free speech. [ more ]

Free speech and debate allowed within Bitcoin Magazine regarding technical topics like Ordinals. [ more ]

New York police removed a pro-Palestinian protest encampment at Columbia University, arresting over 100 demonstrators, including Rep. Ilhan Omar's daughter. [ more ]

Generative AI's use policies often censor content, raising concerns about free speech and adherence to international standards. [ more ]

Universities struggle with balancing free expression and safety concerns, leading to the cancellation of speeches by both a Jewish and a Muslim student. [ more ]

Students in Arizona's public universities can now opt out of supporting certain organizations with their fees. [ more ]

Belgium high court allows National Conservatism Conference to resume programming without further police interference. [ more ]

Oklahoma State University disbanded Bias Incidents Response Team due to settlement with Speech First, challenging bias reporting systems for free speech protection. [ more ]

PEN America reported an unprecedented surge in book bans in 2023, with over 4,000 instances in six months. [ more ]

Dean of Berkeley Law School faces personal disruption of free speech event at his home by pro-Palestinian students. [ more ]

The incident at Berkeley's law school involving pro-Palestinian students disrupting a dinner party at the dean's home highlights the complex nature of free speech rights in private settings. [ more ]

Authorities in Germany halted the Palestine Congress due to a banned speaker, sparking controversy over political activity and free speech rights. [ more ]

Pro-Palestine student activists disrupted a University of Michigan honors convocation, demanding divestment from Israel.

University administrators support free speech but do not condone disruption of events like the convocation. [ more ]