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EU Travel Ban On Three Journalists Is Flagrant Violation Of Human Rights

Michael Shellenberger • 1019 implied HN points • 26 May 25
🌍 World Politics Human Rights Sanctions Freedom of Speech International relations Media censorship
  1. The EU has banned three journalists from entering its countries, claiming they spread pro-Russian propaganda. This action raises serious concerns about freedom of speech.
  2. Banning journalists and freezing their bank accounts seems extreme and threatens press freedom. It could set a dangerous precedent for how countries deal with dissenting voices.
  3. Many people believe it's important to allow diverse opinions, even those supporting foreign nations, as long as they don't involve illegal activities. Censorship could harm democracy and peaceful activism.

Why is the real story of October 7 off-limits to western, but not Israeli, media?

Jonathan Cook • 4284 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Media censorship Genocide Propaganda
  1. Israeli army chief highlights horrifying crimes against Israeli civilians by soldiers.
  2. Israeli media is openly discussing incidents involving civilian casualties caused by Israeli forces.
  3. Western media is criticized for not covering the real story due to ideological and strategic conflicts.

Schwachkopf

eugyppius: a plague chronicle • 231 implied HN points • 18 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech Government Action Political criticism Civil Liberties Media censorship
  1. The government has been cracking down on free speech, with leaders filing many complaints against critics. This shows a troubling shift where people are getting punished for simply expressing their opinions.
  2. A recent case involving a retired man facing police action for calling a minister a 'moron' has sparked widespread outrage. This incident highlights how extreme responses to criticism can become a major issue.
  3. Politicians like Robert Habeck are using their power to silence dissent, suggesting that freedom of speech is only acceptable when it aligns with their views. This raises important questions about the state of democracy and personal freedoms.

Memory-Holing the Apocalypse

The Upheaval • 812 implied HN points • 12 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Corruption Government Influence Pandemic response Accountability Media censorship
  1. A whistleblower revealed bribery and manipulation by top officials to change conclusions on the origins of Covid-19
  2. Fauci and his colleagues engaged in a widespread effort to cover up the true origin of the virus
  3. Despite evidence piling up for a lab-leak scenario, accountability for the actions of those involved, including Fauci, seems unlikely
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