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The Martyrdom of Julian Assange

History's Parrot • 58 implied HN points • 16 May 23

🌍 World Politics Julian Assange Tyranny Freedom of Speech Warfare Democracy

Julian Assange's imprisonment serves as a warning to journalists speaking truth to power.
Assange's fight for freedom highlights the larger battle for freedom of speech and press.
Indifference to Assange's situation reflects indifference to the larger struggle for the rights of the press and people.

Leaving the American Mathematical Society: A letter from Alexander Barvinok

Critical Mass • 25 implied HN points • 24 Sep 23

🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Conformity Bureaucracy Freedom of Speech

DEI statements for job applications in math have a corrosive effect on the community.
The compulsory DEI statements impact vulnerable individuals at the beginning of their careers.
The lack of investigation by AMS on the effects of DEI statements is concerning.

The B.E.S.T. Microaggression Training You’ve Never Heard Of

Journal of Free Black Thought • 31 implied HN points • 20 Mar 23

🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Race relations Education Freedom of Speech Diversity Social Issues

Microaggressions can have a compounding negative effect on individuals over time.
Bias Education and Support Teams (BEST) are prevalent on college campuses but can be controversial in their implementation.
The concept of microaggressions and what is considered offensive can vary greatly among different groups of people.

When Black People Defend Israel & the Jews

Journal of Free Black Thought • 27 implied HN points • 24 Mar 23

🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Racism Antisemitism Diversity Inclusion Freedom of Speech

Some Black individuals face racial attacks for defending Israel & Jews
Attempts to combat antisemitism are met with resistance in certain environments
Black leaders supporting Israel are labeled 'white supremacist' due to false narratives

Free Speech II

Tom Thought • 19 implied HN points • 02 May 23

🎭️ Culture Discourse Social norms Freedom of Speech Controversy

Cities have different approaches to free speech: some prioritize open expression even if offensive, while others value avoidance of offense.
Freedom of speech is shaped by cultural norms more than legal rules, requiring a balance between expression and consequences.
Creating spaces for healthy discourse involves balancing free expression with a commitment to fostering diverse ideas and viewpoints.

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The Elizabeth Gilbert Mess

Political Currents by Ross Barkan • 12 implied HN points • 15 Jun 23

🎭️ Culture Freedom of Speech Literature

Freedom of speech is essential in a democratic society.
Art should not be censored based on political correctness.
Art exists to challenge and illuminate, not to be propaganda or PR.

Mark Zuckerberg Discusses the Future of AI and the Importance of Martial Arts

drpawd • 0 implied HN points • 09 Jun 23

🕹 Technology Language Translation AI Alignment AI Applications Freedom of Speech

Meta developed Llama, a powerful open-source AI model
Llama enhances language translation, breaking barriers
Ensuring AI alignment with human values is crucial for safety