Dries van Langenhove

Dries van Langenhove, a Belgian activist and former politician, shares his tumultuous journey from student engagement to facing legal battles over his movement, Schild & Vrienden. He discusses the intense media framing that altered public perception, the psychological toll of being under scrutiny, and the freedom of speech implications of his case. Dries also reveals the struggles of navigating a politically charged climate, including significant legal costs and a sense of constant surveillance, while advocating for grassroots activism as a path forward.