TRIGGERnometry Toby Young: "New Law is the Greatest Blow to Free Speech"
May 9, 2022
Toby Young, associate editor at The Spectator and founder of The Free Speech Union, dives deep into the pressing issue of free speech in the UK. He discusses the far-reaching implications of the new Online Safety Bill and its potential to stifle open discourse. Young highlights recent victories for free speech and the challenges of navigating censorship on social media. Their candid conversation also questions how to protect vulnerable groups without sacrificing individual liberties, making it a vital listen for anyone passionate about free expression.
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Toby Young's Cancellation
- Toby Young's cancellation in 2018 after appointment to the Office for Students inspired the Free Speech Union.
- He was targeted for past writings and tweets, leading to his resignation from multiple positions.
Jeremy Sleeth Case
- The Free Speech Union aided Jeremy Sleeth, a train driver fired for a Facebook comment.
- His case resulted in an unfair dismissal judgment, highlighting the union's work with ordinary people.
Musk's Twitter Takeover
- Elon Musk's Twitter takeover is viewed as a market correction, not an indictment of capitalism.
- Outsourcing content moderation to users is a potential solution for diverse preferences.