Paul Coleman, from Alliance Defending Freedom, delves into global censorship trends, including hate speech laws, misinformation impact on Brexit/Trump, and the UN's role in governance. Challenges in combating disinformation, EU's hate speech laws, and the importance of transparency in addressing censorship are discussed.
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International institutions promote hate speech regulations, leading to increased censorship.
Efforts to combat misinformation highlight a trend towards top-down governance and risks to individual freedoms.
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The Growth of Anti-Disinformation Movements and Censorship
A discussion on the rise of organizations engaging in anti-disinformation actions, highlighting concerns about censorship in the name of protecting the public from harmful content. The episode features insights from Paul Coleman, Executive Director of ADF, exploring the role of international institutions in promoting hate speech regulations and combating misinformation through quasi-sensor entities, indicating a shift towards increased censorship.
International Institutions as Key Players in Censorship and Control
Examining the significant influence of international bodies such as the United Nations and the European Union in shaping censorship and regulatory frameworks. Insights uncover the complexity and scale of these institutions, with a focus on initiatives addressing hate speech and misinformation, signaling a trend towards top-down governance and potential challenges to individual freedoms.
Implications of Misinformation Laws and Disinformation Narratives
Highlighting the implications of misinformation laws and evolving narratives of disinformation, suggesting a global trend towards regulating speech and online content. The episode delves into the development of strategies at international levels, emphasizing concerns about the erosion of democratic principles and individual freedoms in the face of evolving censorship mechanisms.
Paul Coleman is executive director of Alliance Defending Freedom and has been involved in more than 20 cases before the European Court of Human Rights. He is the author of Censored (2016), about the rise of European hate crime laws. He joins UnHerd’s Freddie Sayers to demystify the inner workings of the international censorship complex.