freedom of speech

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She argued Reform UK was contributing to a culture where "freedom of speech" means abuse had become regarded as acceptable.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

"It's less to do with freedom of speech and more about habit," activist Yulia Grekova explains.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

According to the U.K.’s Public Order Act, which outlines how freedom of speech may be restricted, any speech that includes “threatening” or “abusive” words is likely to be censored.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson said "freedom of speech is the foundation of every university's success" but there had been too many cases contributing to "an unacceptable culture of fear and stifling the pursuit of knowledge".

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

But a small group known as the Hollywood Ten refused to answer questions, citing the First Amendment of the US Constitution, which grants citizens the freedom of speech and association.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau