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Today's the day! Join the Unreported Truths team!

Unreported Truths • 18 implied HN points • 03 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Journalism Constitutional Law Free speech Public Health Civil Rights
  1. Unreported Truths focuses on straightforward, no-frills journalism that aims to inform readers about important issues without commercial distractions.
  2. It aims to protect the rights of unvaccinated individuals and challenge potential government overreach regarding free speech.
  3. The platform keeps content mostly free, relying on reader support to maintain its operations and provide accessible information to everyone.

Banned!

Unpopular Front • 150 implied HN points • 22 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Censorship Social media Free speech
  1. The author got permanently banned from Twitter without clarity on the reason.
  2. The ban may have resulted from a misunderstood thread of tweets about guns and violence.
  3. While the ban impacts the author's reach, it also provides a break from Twitter's negative aspects.

Meet the New Book Burners

Unsafe Science • 97 implied HN points • 11 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Academia Authoritarianism Ethics Diversity Free speech
  1. Authoritarianism in academia is rising, leading to concern about the suppression of liberal democracy.
  2. Book burning is not just about literal burning of books, but also includes attempts to censor work deemed harmful.
  3. Prominent academics endorsing book burning practices and authoritarian behaviors pose ironic situations in academic fields.

The American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Medical Association Want the Government to Censor Americans

Silent Lunch, The David Zweig Newsletter • 72 implied HN points • 03 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech Government Overreach First Amendment
  1. Top medical organizations are advocating for the government to censor Americans' free speech.
  2. The brief argues that the government should combat 'vaccine misinformation' and be the ultimate decider of truth.
  3. It is concerning that prestigious medical associations are pushing to suppress information and control what is considered 'misinformation'.
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Some good news!

Unreported Truths • 68 implied HN points • 27 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Free speech Universities Censorship Social media
  1. A public university is allowing a speaker to discuss government-led social media censorship for the first time, indicating potential change in approach to different viewpoints.
  2. Despite challenges and disagreements, the importance of free speech and the role of social media in influencing information are being acknowledged and discussed.
  3. The opportunity highlights the significance of open dialogue on controversial issues like censorship, encouraging diverse perspectives in academic settings.

Commentator

Castalia • 99 implied HN points • 11 Jan 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech Ukraine conflict Cold War Military Strategy Academic Freedom
  1. Free speech is a hot topic, especially in schools. There are big debates about what should be allowed, and many believe we need to follow the rules of free speech laid out in the Constitution.
  2. In Ukraine, the fighting continues with no clear resolution in sight. While there are talks of peace, both sides seem determined to keep fighting, making it hard to reach an agreement.
  3. Science is struggling to make big breakthroughs, especially in areas like Alzheimer's research. Many believe that instead of finding new solutions, scientists are mostly just making small improvements.

Ex-US Army Psyops Expert: Fox Fired Carlson To Maintain "Semi Lobotomized Quasi Retarded Population"

Global Community Weekly (GloCom) • 39 implied HN points • 28 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Free speech Corruption Censorship Propaganda
  1. A former US Army psychological warfare officer believes Fox fired Tucker Carlson to keep the population uninformed
  2. Carlson was seen as a threat to institutional power because he encouraged critical thinking
  3. The ex-host's departure symbolizes a decline in American media and was influenced by political pressure

The Assassination of President John F. Kennedy:

Who is Robert Malone • 36 implied HN points • 11 Mar 24
💾 History Forensic Analysis Free speech Conspiracy theory
  1. A new book presents forensic evidence showing multiple shots from different directions killed JFK, challenging the official narrative.
  2. The book highlights how X-rays were altered to hide evidence of frontal shots on JFK's skull, revealing a potential cover-up by various government agencies.
  3. The post emphasizes the importance of free speech in seeking truth and warns about the dangers of restricting it, suggesting potential threats to democracy.

Lara Logan outs Corporate Media-Government Collusion

Who is Robert Malone • 38 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Free speech Censorship Propaganda Government
  1. Media is deemed to be in a battle of information warfare and propaganda, affecting freedom and truth.
  2. Journalists and individuals like Tucker Carlson and Lara Logan are targeted, facing false accusations and censorship for pursuing free speech and truth.
  3. Governments and media organizations collaborate on censorship, shaping narratives, and influencing public opinion, ultimately affecting freedom of speech and democracy.

Concerning: Hate speech in Ireland

Random Minds by Katherine Brodsky • 107 implied HN points • 17 May 23
🌍 World Politics Legislation Hate Speech Civil Liberties Free speech Justice System
  1. A new Criminal Justice Bill in Ireland might restrict free speech and have wide-reaching implications due to tech companies based there.
  2. The proposed legislation aims to protect individuals from hate speech based on various characteristics, expanding on current rules.
  3. The Bill introduces stricter penalties for hate speech, holding individuals accountable even if they claim no intent, which could impact both public and private speech.

OSD 265: What is technology controlled by a foreign adversary?

Open Source Defense • 31 implied HN points • 18 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Technology Free speech Second Amendment Gun Rights First Amendment
  1. Technology controlled by a foreign adversary raises concerns about government control over app stores and websites.
  2. The debate over restricting technology based on geopolitical concerns challenges free speech principles and individual freedoms.
  3. There's a contrast between how free speech and gun rights are viewed in the US, highlighting the potential for progress in the Second Amendment space.

Nyhetsbrev steigan.no 06.10.2024

steigan.no • 7 implied HN points • 06 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Regulation Free speech Disinformation International relations
  1. A news organization called Faktisk is asking for 100 million NOK each year to fight misinformation, but they can't show proof of how big the misinformation problem actually is in Norway.
  2. Hillary Clinton emphasized the need to control social media, suggesting that without regulation, society risks losing control, especially concerning harmful content.
  3. The war in Ukraine is evolving into a tough battle, with many acknowledging that realistic outcomes are unlikely to favor Ukraine, prompting many younger Ukrainians to rethink their commitment to military service.

Stripe, Substack Demand Financial Details from Authors

Who is Robert Malone • 29 implied HN points • 18 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Surveillance Free speech Financial regulation Political Campaigns
  1. Financial privacy and free speech rights may be impacted by Stripe and Substack's demand for financial details from authors.
  2. There are concerns over the potential for comprehensive financial information to be accessed, hacked, or used in ways that infringe on individual privacy and rights.
  3. The demand for financial details is viewed as potentially contributing to a greater control over freedom of speech and raising concerns about a financial social credit system.

What's the difference between a Nazi and a pornographer?

reedmolbak • 19 implied HN points • 30 Dec 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Censorship Free speech Ideology Content Moderation First Amendment
  1. Content moderation is a complex issue for platforms like Substack, with controversies around what kind of content should or should not be allowed.
  2. Substack's moderation policies are driven by a mix of factors, including branding, promotion of free speech, and distinguishing between harmful content and open discourse of ideas.
  3. There's a fine line between allowing free speech and banning harmful content, and platforms like Substack make value judgments based on what is considered harmful or not communicating ideas.

Free Speech, Hate Speech, and Conduct

Unsafe Science • 27 implied HN points • 23 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech Hate Speech University Policy
  1. Where should the line between protected and unprotected speech on campus ought to be? There's a need to distinguish between speech used to discuss ideas and that which could incite harm.
  2. At American universities, the 'speech turning to conduct' standard is crucial. This hinges on determining when certain speech evolves into behavior that violates codes of conduct.
  3. Policies on speech restrictions at universities need to be clear, consistent, and applicable to all groups. Ambiguity and inconsistency can lead to confusion and potential biases.

How Berenson v Biden has been caught up in two big Supreme Court cases over government efforts to control free speech

Unreported Truths • 47 implied HN points • 13 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech Supreme Court Lawsuit First Amendment
  1. The Supreme Court is involved in important cases regarding government control of free speech.
  2. Berenson v Biden lawsuit focuses on censorship, involves multiple defendants, and can proceed independently of the Missouri case.
  3. Additional free speech case before the Supreme Court involves the NRA and New York state's actions against the organization.

Free speech under attack: the weaponization of defamation law vs. climate change skeptics

Unreported Truths • 37 implied HN points • 08 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech Climate change Courts Science
  1. Climate change debates can lead to defamation lawsuits and threats to free speech
  2. Going to trial over defamation can have unexpected outcomes like symbolic damages or punitive damages
  3. Legal actions against defamation may deter criticism and dissent, affecting various controversial topics

My Pensacola lecture: why the First Amendment matters, and why I fear for its future

Unreported Truths • 35 implied HN points • 02 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech College Defamation Social media Elites
  1. Many Americans, especially young people on the left, are losing belief in free speech and the First Amendment.
  2. Social media censorship is a crucial issue, with concerns about misinformation and how it is defined.
  3. Elite institutions, journalists, and academics have shown a diminishing appetite for free expression, with Donald Trump's election in 2016 being a significant trigger.

Free Speech

Tom Thought • 19 implied HN points • 28 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech First Amendment Government Censorship Debate
  1. Free speech is more than just the first amendment; it's about physical constraints, tools, and audience access, freedom from reprisal, and cultural receptiveness to new ideas.
  2. Freedom of speech is heavily influenced by financial and social resources, where those who are well-financed and well-connected are heard more clearly than those who are not.
  3. Free speech is practical and useful for generating robust dialogue, debate, and embracing new ideas, but it isn't the only thing that matters in society; there are tradeoffs to consider.

Free speech under attack: the weaponization of defamation law

Unreported Truths • 28 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech Climate change Legal system Debates
  1. Defamation cases in the United States are challenging to win due to strong protections for free speech, including the absolute defense of truth, the requirement of 'actual malice' for public figures, and the exclusion of defamatory opinions.
  2. Anti-SLAPP laws have made defamation suits even harder by encouraging quick dismissal of cases, potentially forcing plaintiffs to cover legal fees, and providing additional defense for defendants.
  3. The story of a defamation lawsuit involving climate scientist Michael Mann and the challenges faced due to the comparison to the Sandusky scandal highlights the complexities and implications of free speech limitations in defamation cases.

Elon Musk allows domestic extremists back on Twitter, fueling national security concerns

Weaponized • 41 implied HN points • 04 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Extremism Social media Hate Speech National Security Free speech
  1. Elon Musk's decisions on Twitter are fueling national security concerns by allowing domestic extremists back on the platform.
  2. Under Musk's leadership, hate speech on Twitter has increased, with reinstatements of accounts linked to violent extremist movements.
  3. The rise in hate speech on Twitter is also attributed to algorithmic amplification, posing a serious national security threat that needs attention.

Ultra Vires ('Beyond the Powers')

Who is Robert Malone • 16 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Censorship Lawsuit Administrative state Free speech First Amendment
  1. The State Department is accused of censoring and limiting the circulation of disfavored press outlets, violating the First Amendment of the US Constitution.
  2. The lawsuit filed by media organizations like The Daily Wire and The Federalist alleges that the State Department is funding censorship technology to suppress certain American news outlets.
  3. The plaintiffs filed a Motion for Preliminary Injunction to stop the Department of State from supporting technology that targets Americans' speech or press.

A Note From Dave

Silent Lunch, The David Zweig Newsletter • 15 implied HN points • 18 Feb 24
📰 News Investigative Journalism Public Policy Media industry Free speech
  1. Dave is pausing the Silent Lunch newsletter to focus on finishing his book and external research work.
  2. During the pause, paid subscribers will not lose any money, with payments suspended for monthly subscribers and subscriptions extended for annual subscribers.
  3. Dave assures readers that once the newsletter resumes, they can expect more content they love, including investigative pieces like those mentioned in the post.

Fostering Free Expression in Higher Education

Natural Selections • 4 implied HN points • 10 Dec 24
🚌 Education Free speech Higher education Academic Freedom Social justice Civic engagement
  1. Universities should adopt the Chicago Principles, which support free speech and allow everyone to express themselves without fear of backlash. This helps create a safer space for open discussion.
  2. Administrators and faculty should encourage respectful disagreement and avoid ruling with fear. They should treat students as partners in learning, allowing for mistakes and corrections.
  3. Students should embrace diverse ideas and experiences, rather than seek comfort in familiar beliefs. Engaging with different perspectives helps broaden understanding and growth.

I was targeted for harassment on Twitter and all I got was bored

Something interesting • 13 implied HN points • 27 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Social media Harassment Gun Rights Free speech Online behavior
  1. The writer faced online harassment on Twitter but found the attacks to be boring and tedious.
  2. The harassment mainly consisted of anti-gay slurs, threats of violence, and attempts to provoke by targeting personal aspects.
  3. Despite the negative experience, the writer found solace in exploring other online platforms and enjoying TV shows.

ketanji brown and the template of doom

bad cattitude • 10 implied HN points • 19 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech Censorship Government Power First Amendment Supreme Court
  1. Ensuring freedom of speech is crucial in the modern public square - without it, we risk losing our rights and becoming subject to censorship by the government or other entities.
  2. The First Amendment is designed to protect people from the government and any attempt to suppress speech by those in power should be questioned and challenged.
  3. Censorship inhibits meaningful discourse and the search for truth - the remedy for wrong speech is more speech, not silencing differing opinions.