Censorship

Ireland’s hate speech law could ‘censor entire internet,’ Michael Shellenberger warns

As the Irish parliament deliberates on a contentious “hate speech” bill, international bestselling author Michael Shellenberger joins global voices raising alarms over the potential global repercussions of the legislation. Shellenberger, known for his investigative work in the “Twitter Files,” starkly criticized the bill at the Irish parliament and the Ireland Free Speech Summit, suggesting it could “censor the entire internet.”

Ireland’s hate speech law could ‘censor entire internet,’ Michael Shellenberger warns

1 in 4 Irish fear losing right to free speech: poll

A new poll shows a growing concern among the Irish populace about the potential erosion of free speech rights, with one in four respondents feeling restricted in their ability to express views in social and professional environments. This sentiment emerges as the Irish parliament debates sweeping new “hate speech” legislation, which critics fear could severely impact free expression.

1 in 4 Irish fear losing right to free speech: poll