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I find it insulting that someone like JD Vance would come to Europe and lecture us on our laws. He should run for office here if he wants to change things. It's outrageous, especially at a security conference focused on the real threat to Europe: Russia. To say the threat comes from within, from attacks on free speech, is completely wrong. We're a country that values women's rights and enforces laws to protect them. Vance's claim about eroded liberty, like private prayer being criminalized, is false. Our laws protect women from harassment when accessing abortion services, and buffer zones are in place for that reason. Praying silently within these zones is against the law. He is wrong to come here and say such insulting things, especially given the real security threats we face.

Just a few months ago, this past October, the Scottish government started sending letters to residents within certain "safe access zones." These letters warned that even praying privately at home could be seen as breaking the law. The government encouraged people to report anyone they suspected of "thought crime." I'm concerned that free speech is declining in Britain and throughout Europe.

Muslims in Britain and Western Europe have more rights, including freedom of worship, than in any Islamic country. However, problems arise when failures of Islamic societies, such as intolerance of freedom of conscience, apostates, expression, minorities, and women, are imported into Britain. The call for a parallel legal system is considered monstrous, as no other group demands such a thing. The speaker asserts that Western Europe's laws are based on reason, while Islam's are based on revelation, creating a fundamental conflict. It is the Muslims of Europe who have let down Europe. Muslims must understand they have no right not to be offended and cannot justify violence or censorship because they dislike something. They should not demand more hate laws to defend Islam. A society where even the deepest feelings can be challenged is the only one worth living in. Islam has failed Europe and its own Muslims.

In England, there is concern over government overreach with arrests for online speech, surpassing Russia. Thought crimes lead to arrests, even for retweeting. The definition of hate speech is subjective, leading to potential consequences. Calling someone by their former name can now result in a lifetime Twitter ban, showing a shift in what is considered hate speech. This trend raises concerns about potential jail time for violating hate speech laws.

Patrick Baab and the host discuss the perceived erosion of freedom of expression in Europe and the role of governments and institutions in pressuring speech. - Baab asserts that there is “no freedom of speech in the EU anymore,” citing a 160-page US Congress report published in February that allegedly finds the EU Commission created a system of complete censorship across the European Union. The report states the EU regime “pressured platforms in the Internet to suppress lawful speech, including speech that was true simply because it was politically inconvenient,” and that the Commission is transforming itself “into a censorship authority against democracy.” - The discussion moves to Jacques Baud (spelled Baud by Baab, sometimes Jacques Baud), a Swiss colonel and analyst who argued that the war in Ukraine had been provoked. Baab notes Baud was sanctioned by the EU, with consequences including travel bans, frozen assets, and limited monthly food funds (€500). Baud cannot travel to Switzerland; his bank accounts and property are frozen, and neighbors reportedly cook for him. Baab calls these measures extralegal, asserting they punish a person for an argument, not for crimes, and claims such sanctions illustrate a mechanism to suppress dissent. - Baab elaborates that Baud’s sanction is part of a broader pattern: “extralegal sanctions” against multiple individuals (Baud and 58 others) within and partly outside the EU, aimed at silencing those who challenge NATO or EU narratives. He argues this signals a “death of freedom” and a move to shut mouths through sanctions. - The host asks if the media’s shift toward propaganda is temporary or permanent. Baab responds that the transformation is structural: democracy in Europe is becoming anti-democratic and warmongering despotism. He cites Viktor Orban’s view that the EU intends to wage war against Russia, with propaganda and censorship as two sides of the same coin to close public debate. Baab says the war will be ugly, as Russia has warned it could escalate to nuclear conflict, and ties this to investments in Ukraine (Shell deal) that were lost when territories changed hands, implying economic motivations behind policy and casualties for profits. - The conversation turns to self-censorship. Baab describes widespread fear among journalists and academics; many refused to join a board intended to assist Baud, fearing repercussions. He cites a US Congress report alleging the EU manipulated eight elections, including Romania, Slovakia, and France. He also notes the EU Commission’s engagement with major platforms (Meta, Google, TikTok, X, Amazon, Microsoft, Apple, Rumble, Reddit, OpenAI) to enforce content management under EU rules, threatening sanctions if not compliant. - Reputational attacks against critics are discussed. Baab shares experiences of smear campaigns, such as being misrepresented as a “Putin poll watcher” in Germany, and notes that state- and EU-funded NGOs sometimes amplify misinformation. He argues mainstream media generally ignores these issues, turning to “new media” and independent outlets as alternatives for information. - On Germany specifically, Baab identifies EU-level figures (German-origin leaders) who drive censorship: Ursula von der Leyen as EU Commission President (authorized COVID-19 disinformation monitoring), Vera Jorova (values and transparency), Thierry Breton (pressures on platforms), Prabhat Agarwal (Digital Services Act enforcement), and Renate Künast (translating DSA into practice). He says national governments decide sanctions but pass the burden to Brussels, creating a “kickback game.” He notes the German Bundestag extended EU sanctions into national law, punishing any helper of a sanctioned person with up to ten years’ imprisonment. - For optimism, Baab says Europe needs external help, such as the US Congress report, and citizens must seek alternative information sources and organize to defend democratic rights, including voting for different parties. He suggests that without broad public pushback, the propaganda system will persist. - The discussion closes with reflections on broader geopolitical dynamics, warnings about a multipolar world, and a dystopian vision of a Europe dominated by conflict and state control, with elites colluding with Western powers at the expense of ordinary citizens.

Speaker 0 argues that free speech is not a free fall in Europe, contending that two anti free speech movements have coalesced. One movement is in Europe, which has “laid waste to free speech” in countries such as Germany, France, and England, and also in places like Canada. The other movement is described as the US anti-free-speech movement, which began in higher education and then metastasized throughout the government, but which has “all reached our shores now.” The speaker notes that the Berlin World Forum followed remarks on free speech by Vice President Vance, and that the EU was “red hot.” They describe the forum as “the most anti free speech gathering I’ve ever been part of,” with only two attendees from the free speech community, but those present are “committed.” Hillary Clinton is identified as being there and said to have fueled the anger. A key claim is that when Twitter was purchased by Elon Musk, Clinton called on the EU to use the Digital Services Act, described as “one of the most anti free speech pieces of decades,” to force censorship of American citizens and to compel people like Musk to censor. The speaker characterizes this as “an extraordinary act by someone who was once a presidential candidate in The United States,” and asserts that Clinton’s position reflects a commitment to censorship. The speaker further claims that after the World Forum, this effort was globalized, and that they are “threatening companies like ACTS with ruinous fines unless they resume censoring American citizens.” The overall message emphasizes a belief that anti free speech forces are expanding globally, using regulatory tools such as the Digital Services Act to compel censorship and penalize platforms that do not comply, with the World Forum acting as a catalyst for broader international pressure.

Governments worldwide are imposing strict regulations on social media platforms, potentially ending freedom of speech. The European Union aims to give NGOs and state sponsors control over content moderation by requiring tech companies to share data with vetted researchers. In the US, the RESTRICT Act threatens severe penalties for accessing blacklisted websites through virtual private networks. Ireland may imprison citizens for possessing material deemed hateful, while Canada allows state agencies to filter online content. Australia grants government officials the power to compel social media companies to remove posts. These policies have been introduced quietly, with little media coverage or public outcry. This marks a significant moment in the history of the internet, as governments gain the ability to control the information people have access to.

Bill C-63 in the speaker's country may allow individuals to be reported to a magistrate based on someone's fear of a potential hate speech event in the coming year, potentially leading to a year of house arrest with electronic monitoring. A similar bill was recently defeated in Ireland, and people in the UK are allegedly being persecuted for expressing offensive opinions. The speaker asserts that free speech that offends no one is pointless and requires no defense. According to the speaker, the United States has the most thoroughly enshrined and deeply entrenched protections for free speech on Earth, and they believe this right should not be taken for granted.

In England, there is concern over government overreach with arrests for online speech deemed hateful. Comparing to Russia, England has arrested 4,000 people for thought crimes, while Russia has only 200 arrests. Retweeting offensive content can lead to arrest under laws against incitement to racial hatred. The subjective nature of what constitutes hate speech raises concerns about freedom of expression. The evolving definition of hate speech, such as deadnaming, shows a shift towards stricter enforcement and potential criminalization.

The transcript argues that hate speech laws are expanding globally and criticizes Australia’s proposed Combating Antisemitism, Hate, and Extremism Bill 2026 as exceptionally tyrannical. The speaker notes that after the Bondi terrorist attack, proposals to ban protests and ordinary Australians’ speech emerged, and claims that some groups will explicitly be unprotected, including Catholics and Christians. The report highlights how the bill defines public place so broadly as to include the Internet (posts, videos, tweets, memes, blogs) and states it is irrelevant whether hatred actually occurs or whether anyone felt fear. It asserts that speech is not a crime, yet the bill would criminalize speech that merely causes fear, with penalties of up to five years’ imprisonment. Key provisions highlighted include: - Prohibited speech can be punished even if no actual harm occurs. - A person is guilty of displaying a prohibited symbol unless they prove a religious, academic, or journalistic exemption; however, Christianity is not claimed to be protected. - The AFP minister can declare prohibited groups without procedural fairness, including relying on retroactive conduct, potentially punishing actions that occurred before the law existed. - The scope could extend to actions outside Australia, with penalties including up to seven years in prison for membership in a prohibited group and up to fifteen years for supporting, training, recruiting, or funding a banned group. - Although the bill claims religious protections, the joint committee hearing indicates that protections would be afforded to Jewish and Sikh Australians, but not to Catholics and, by extension, Christian Australians. A discussion between Speaker 1 and Speaker 2 suggests that while clearly protected categories may include Jews and Sikhs, being Catholic alone would not meet the protected criteria, though certain circumstances might bring some Catholics into protection if they form part of broader protected groups. The speakers argue that the legislation effectively excludes Christianity, the world’s largest religion and a religion emphasizing love, forgiveness, and praying for enemies. They reference prior parallels in Canada, where efforts to criminalize hate speech allegedly led to passages of the Bible being criminalized. They claim that, in practice, hate speech laws protect every other group while narrowing or excluding Christianity, and they suggest this pattern reflects a broader effort to suppress Christian voices in the West. The discussion touches on how the law could enable retroactive punishment, asking whether authorities might use AI to review old social media posts for politically unacceptable content from many years prior. It also references concerns about enforcement bias, suggesting that hate speech laws are enforced by those who tolerate violent zealots while suppressing peaceful religious expression. The speakers advocate for protecting freedom of religion and ensuring that protections apply to all beliefs, warning that if one religion is not protected, none are. They also cite remarks from US figures like Sarah B. Rogers suggesting that the issue is not simply to replicate European or UK approaches, but to maintain balanced protections while addressing concerns about restricting religious speech.

Looking at Europe today, it's concerning to see potential setbacks for Cold War victories. In Brussels, there's talk of shutting down social media during civil unrest to combat "hateful content." In another country, police have raided citizens for posting anti-feminist comments. Sweden convicted a Christian activist for Quran burnings after his friend's murder, with the judge noting that free expression doesn't allow offending any group's beliefs. Most concerningly, in the UK, religious Britons' liberties are threatened. Adam Smith Connor was charged for silently praying near an abortion clinic. Despite not obstructing anyone, he was found guilty under a new law criminalizing actions influencing decisions near abortion facilities. The Scottish government even warned citizens that private prayer at home could break the law, urging them to report suspected "thought crimes." Free speech is indeed in retreat across Europe.

The UK has created the National Internet Intelligence Investigations Team to monitor anti-migrant social media posts, purportedly to detect unrest. Critics argue this is a crackdown on free speech, citing instances of individuals receiving lengthy prison sentences for online activity. One example given is a woman imprisoned for 31 months for a tweet, longer than a child rapist's sentence. The EU's Digital Services Act and similar efforts in Canada, Brazil, and Ireland are also mentioned as part of a broader strategy to pressure social media companies into censoring content globally. These measures are seen as targeting populist movements critical of mass migration. Concerns are raised about Americans facing potential arrest in Europe for expressing controversial opinions online. Trump has imposed tariffs on Brazil because of their censorship. The goal, it's claimed, is to instill fear and self-censorship, mirroring the dystopian world of George Orwell's 1984.

Breaking news. Praying in public has been banned in Canada. The government of Quebec vows to ban public praying, and it's set to come in place this fall. They said that people praying in public is not something they want in Quebec. But if you wanna smoke in public, do drugs in public, or make love with your girlfriend in public, then that's not a problem. Share this video to spread awareness because this is absolutely ridiculous. Breaking news. Praying in public has been banned in Canada. The government of Quebec vows to ban public praying, and it's set to come in place this fall.

Looking at Europe today, I'm concerned about the erosion of freedoms. In Brussels, there's talk of shutting down social media during civil unrest to combat hateful content. In another country, police have raided homes over anti-feminist comments. Sweden convicted a Christian activist for Quran burnings after his friend's murder, with a judge stating free expression doesn't allow offending any group's beliefs. Most concerning is the UK, where conscience rights are threatened. Adam Smith Connor was charged for silently praying near an abortion clinic. He was found guilty under a new law criminalizing silent prayer within 200 meters of such facilities. Recently, the Scottish government warned citizens that even private prayer at home could be illegal, urging them to report suspected thought crimes. Free speech is in retreat across Europe.

In Europe, we lack the First Amendment, limiting our ability to freely criticize the government or certain groups. Tomorrow, my friend Raisa Blomestang stands trial in the Netherlands for allegedly offending a group while criticizing the government's mass migration policies. This reflects a politically motivated judiciary that targets right-wing politicians, as seen with others like Geert Wilders. I can't attend the trial due to health reasons, but I want to raise awareness about the situation in Europe. Raisa's case highlights the risks of expressing dissenting opinions, especially regarding immigration policies. I encourage everyone to support her and remember how fortunate those in America are to have the freedom of speech that we do not enjoy in Europe.

Mainstream and alternative media often highlight hate crimes against various groups, yet Christianity faces significant mockery and persecution without repercussions. Reports indicate that Christianity is the most persecuted religion globally, with 365 million Christians experiencing high levels of discrimination in 2023. A new report from OIDAC Europe reveals 2,444 anti-Christian hate crimes in 35 European countries, including vandalism and physical violence, with France, the UK, and Germany being the most affected. Christians increasingly feel the need to self-censor, with only 40% feeling free to express their faith openly. Experts call for better protection and documentation of these hate crimes, emphasizing the systemic intolerance against Christianity. The solution lies in upholding free speech for all, rather than imposing more restrictions.

Innovation and creativity cannot be forced, much like thoughts and beliefs. Looking at Europe, it's concerning to see actions like EU commissars threatening to shut down social media for "hateful content," police raids for "anti-feminist" comments, and the conviction of a Christian activist for Quran burnings. Even more alarming is the UK, where a man was charged for silently praying near an abortion clinic, and Scotland warned citizens that private prayer within their homes could be illegal. Free speech is retreating across Europe. Ironically, the loudest voices for censorship sometimes come from my own country. The prior administration bullied social media companies to censor "misinformation," like the lab leak theory of the coronavirus. In Washington, under Donald Trump's leadership, we will defend your right to speak freely, even if we disagree with your views.

Adam Smith Connor was criminally convicted and faces bankruptcy for praying outside an abortion clinic. On 10/08/2023, people outside the Israeli embassy in London prayed towards Mecca, but faced no consequences. Connor, a Christian, was convicted for praying, allegedly even silently. Richard Williams in Wales was sentenced to three months for a derogatory Facebook post. In 2021, a car convoy in North London shouted antisemitic slurs, but no punishment was given.

The UK plans to imprison citizens for up to 15 years for viewing what the government labels as far-right propaganda online. This raises significant questions about the control over online algorithms and the consequences of inadvertently encountering such content. Who defines what constitutes far-right propaganda? Given current standards, even posts by figures like JK Rowling could be classified this way. Concerns also arise about the enforcement of these laws, reminiscent of existing social media regulations on hate speech and misinformation. The situation seems to be escalating rapidly, prompting a call for awareness and support from those observing these developments.

Looking at Europe today, it's concerning to see potential reversals of Cold War victories. In Brussels, EU commissars threaten to shut down social media for "hateful content." In this very country, police are raiding citizens for anti-feminist comments online, supposedly combating misogyny. Sweden convicted a Christian activist for Quran burnings after his friend's murder, with the judge noting free expression doesn't allow offense to groups holding certain beliefs. Most concerningly, in the UK, conscience rights are eroding, endangering religious Britons' liberties. Adam Smith Connor, an army veteran, was charged for silently praying near an abortion clinic. Despite not obstructing or interacting with anyone, he was found guilty under a new law criminalizing silent prayer within 200 meters of such facilities. In Scotland, letters warned citizens that even private prayer at home might break the law, urging them to report suspected thought crimes. Free speech is in retreat across Europe.

The UK, the country of the Magna Carta, is allegedly sentencing people to jail for disagreeing with the government online or protesting against open border policies and mass immigration. People are reportedly being tried and jailed for months or years for disagreeing with the government. The speaker questions what options remain for UK citizens to disagree with their government without facing imprisonment. They cite the case of David Springer, a 61-year-old train driver caring for his sick wife, who was allegedly sentenced to jail for attending a protest, possibly shouting at the police. The speaker argues that the UK has a two-tiered justice system and is no longer a free nation because citizens lack democratic options to express disagreement. They cite the case of a mother of five sentenced to 26 months for throwing a can at the police and a man jailed for a Facebook post inciting racial hatred. The speaker concludes that the message is clear: disagreeing with the government results in imprisonment.

Across Europe, free speech is in retreat. In Brussels, EU commissars intend to shut down social media during civil unrest if they spot hateful content. In this very country, police have raided citizens suspected of posting anti-feminist comments online. Sweden convicted a Christian activist for participating in Quran burnings, noting free expression doesn't grant a free pass to offend any group. In the UK, the backslide away from conscience rights is concerning. Adam Smith Connor, an army veteran, was charged for silently praying 50 meters from an abortion clinic. He was found guilty and sentenced to pay thousands in legal costs. In Scotland, the government warned citizens that even private prayer within their own homes may break the law, urging them to report suspected thoughtcrimes.

Just a few months ago, in October, the Scottish government started sending letters to residents within designated "safe access zones." These letters cautioned that even private prayer inside their own homes could be construed as a violation of the law. The government encouraged people to report anyone suspected of engaging in such "thought crimes". I'm concerned that free speech is diminishing in Britain and throughout Europe.

A week ago, my lawyer informed me that two of my tweets are technically illegal, and I could face arrest upon returning home. This isn't a joke; prisons are being cleared to make room for people charged over social media posts. For instance, someone is currently serving three months for a Facebook meme, and a woman is facing two and a half years for a tweet. Free speech is in serious jeopardy, which is alarming not just in England but across Europe. This situation is incredibly concerning.