Free Speech
Kenya: Free Speech Groups Warn Against Total Porn Ban Proposal
Several free speech groups sent an open letter last week to a Kenyan MP who has been pushing forward a restrictive amendment to the country’s 2018 “Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act” (CMCA), including a blanket ban on all “pornography.”
Florida Judge Halts Controversial 'Free Speech' Law
A Florida court enjoined last week the implementation of Florida’s controversial new law making social media platforms liable for moderation policies, in the name of political — but not sexual — "free speech."
Eighth Circuit to Hear South Dakota Prison Censorship Appeal
The ongoing Free Speech saga pitching one South Dakota inmate against his prison’s policy banning sexual content will continue after the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals is again considering the case.
Florida: New 'Free Speech' Law Excludes Sexual Expression
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis held a ceremony today to sign a new state bill into law that would criminalize some of the moderation practices of social media platforms in the name of “free speech,” although language concerning sexual expression carves out an exception that allows the restriction of anything that might be considered “obscene” by the platforms, as defined by Florida statutes.
MyPillow CEO's New 'Free Speech' Social Media Platform Will Ban Porn
MyPillow CEO and Republican activist Mike Lindell has announced that his new “free speech” social media platform combining features of YouTube and Twitter will not allow adult content because “free speech is not pornography.”
Opinion: Why Larry Flynt Was Crucial in the Fight for Free Expression
Almost all the Larry Flynt obituaries this past week emphasized his dual role as a successful businessman who built a massive, multi-sector adult industry empire from scratch, and also as First Amendment warrior and a ceaseless fighter in the seemingly endless struggle for the right to have open, free sexual expression in America.
Iowa: Copycat 'Porn Block' Bill Fails to Move Forward
The Iowa House of Representatives’ Commerce subcommittee declined to advance a bill that proposed blocking adult content on electronic devices by default, as well as creating a special $5 tax on adult entertainment to fund initiatives against “human trafficking.”
New Congress Cleans Slate for Bills Targeting Free Speech, Sex Workers
With the January 3, 2021 end of the 116th Congress, the several bills aiming at repealing or reforming Section 230 and the bills introduced last month as reactions to the anti-porn campaign spearheaded by religious groups which culminated in the December 4 New York Times article by Nicholas Kristof are now considered “dead” and would have to be reintroduced before the 117th Congress, which began on the same day.
McConnell Ties COVID Relief Vote to Section 230 Repeal
Senate majority leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) derailed today any attempts to reach agreement on a one-time, $2,000 COVID-relief check for most Americans unless the bill also included the repeal or reform of Section 230, the so-called “First Amendment of the internet” that digital rights activists consider the basis of online free speech.
Trump Attempts to Force Section 230 'Termination' Into Defense Bill
In the latest in a series of procedurally unprecedented presidential attempts to repeal the so-called First Amendment of the internet, Donald Trump confirmed last night via Twitter that he would veto the nation’s principal defense bill unless Congress adds a section “completely terminating” Section 230 protections.
Chaotic Stream of Rival Anti-Section 230 Proposals Muddy Constructive Debate
As an unprecedentedly chaotic and fractious electoral campaign heads into its final month, a flurry of new proposals by members of both major parties targeting Section 230 — the so-called “First Amendment of the internet” — join a crowded debate about the controversial legislation.
Eric Paul Leue to Leave Free Speech Coalition
Eric Paul Leue will leave his position as Executive Director of the Free Speech Coalition at the end of the month.
Dissecting the EU Directive's Onslaught Against Free Speech
Now that Article 11 and 13 have passed in the EU Parliament, alarmists are arguing that the internet as we know it is about to die.
Black Label Article Argues Tech Companies Are Taking Away Free-Speech Rights
Black Label Magazine has published an article titled “The Capitalist Oppression” that argues tech companies are whittling away free-speech rights.
Segpay Donates Payment Services to Free Speech Coalition
Segpay has announced its support of the Free Speech Coalition by donating payment and consulting services to the nonprofit, including processing all upfront and recurring membership dues, along with fraud prevention services and regulatory compliance expertise.
Free Speech Coalition's 2018-19 Board Members Announced
The Free Speech Coalition today congratulated the newly elected members of the trade group's board — Cathy Beardsley, president and CEO of SegPay, and Sister Roma, activist and art director for Falcon Studios Group.
Randazza Teaches Free Speech, IP Courses in Europe
Industry attorney Marc Randazza recently taught courses on “Intellectual Property and the Porn Industry” in Croatia and “Theories of Free Speech” in Italy.
Walters: Sex Trafficking Bill Threatens Innovation, Free Speech
An adult industry attorney said a new bill that carves a significant chunk out of Section 230 of the federal Communications Decency Act would create a “chilling effect” and stifle internet innovation and free expression if passed.
Yanks is Newest Free Speech Coalition Corporate Sponsor
Yanks.com has announced its corporate sponsorship of the Free Speech Coalition (FSC).
iWantClips Joins Free Speech Coalition
iWantClips has joined the Free Speech Coalition, pledging to support the FSC’s efforts against censorship and other restrictions against the adult industry.