The X Factor: Elon Musk
The world’s richest man has singlehandedly transformed the dominant communications industry of the 21st century.
Free Speech
Free Speech Union, We Have a Problem
Failing to condemn Candace Owens’ virulent anti-Semitism isn’t ‘free speech’: it’s bizarre cowardice.
Legal Action After Owens Banned From NZ
Jonathan Ayling says there is no reason to think that Candace Owens poses any threat to Kiwis other than forcing them to consider perspectives some deem controversial: Kiwis are able to think for themselves.
We Won! Raid Ruled to Be Illegal
I will end this post with gratitude for those who have stood with us over the years in getting some answers and justice for the January 2020 police raid on our home.
How the Ancient Greeks Protected Democracy
The Athenian practice of exiling citizens who allegedly posed a threat to democracy sounds crude, but also familiar.
Why Was Candace Canned?
It’s time for the government to stand up for free speech and overturn Immigration New Zealand’s decision to ban someone because of their views.
Elon Musk and X Targeted
However, it’s not just the anti-free speech crowd going after Elon Musk because he restored free speech to the social media platform. He is also being targeted outside the world of social media.
The Censorship Bill Was DOA
Even Communications Minister Rowland had to admit that, “Based on public statements and engagements with Senators, it is clear that there is no pathway to legislate this proposal through the Senate.”
Barring Owens From New Zealand ‘Arguably Unlawful’
Owens’ visa was denied by Australia last month, which Immigration New Zealand cited as justification for their decision. Ayling argued that this does not meet the criteria for exclusion under New Zealand law.
Australia Drops Plans for Fines
The opposition has slammed a bill that envisaged hefty penalties for social media platforms as an attempt to suppress free speech.
From Magna Carta to Empire
By reawakening the commitment to individual rights, due process, and accountable governance, society can reclaim its identity rooted in freedom and justice.
It Is Free Speech, Stupid!
While America embarks on unshackling itself from the reign of tyranny, Australia seems intent on launching straight into the depths of its hell!
Does Big Tech Have a ‘Digital Duty of Care’?
That doesn’t mean we’re about to trust the government, though.
Musk, the Left Media’s New Supervillain
Our media elites want everyone to have a very limited diet under their control. In their strange minds, losing control of the narrative is equated with the loss of democracy.
Yes, They Colluded
Musk might be the target here, but it’s the speech of all online users that groups like CCDH want to regulate. If too many shrug and consider ‘regulated’ speech the new norm, it will be easier for these regimes to censor more online content and people might gradually forget what an opinion is.
Sorry, Left: X Still Reigns Supreme
The left are no more leaving X than they were moving to Canada.