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Free Expression Digest: Mon., January 11
Three Naji Jerf murder suspects held, Palestinian journalist on hunger strike, Brazil makes critical arrest in Pablo Medina murder case. More
Joint Statement: Concern about the Disappearance of 5 Hong Kong Booksellers
PEN American has signed onto a joint statement calling on the Chinese government to explain the disappearances of five Hong Kong booksellers related to Might Current publishing and urging… More
2016 New Members/ New Books
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Free Expression Digest: Fri., January 8
Hong Kong publisher disappearances prompt fears, Iranian journalists jailed in run-up to elections, NGOs fume after Indonesian activist ban. More
A Love Letter to Brazilian Modernism: On Translating Veronica Stigger
Brazilian writer Veronica Stigger's award-winning debut novel is a groundbreaking work of world-class fiction by an author unknown in the English-speaking world. More
Free Expression Digest: Thurs., January 7
Poland's president signs controversial media law, Indonesian activist banned from entering Malaysia, Vatican newspaper claims Charlie Hebdo cover is blasphemous. More
Joint Statement: On the Anniversary of the Charlie Hebdo Attack Dissenting Voices Must be Protected
PEN American Center joins civil society groups from around the world in marking the anniversary of the Charlie Hebdo attack by calling on governments worldwide to fulfill their obligation… More
Opisanie swiata
With her translation, Perry introduces the English-speaking world to the stunning debut novel by a young writer on the cutting-edge of Brazilian literature. More
Free Expression Digest: Wed., January 6
Turkey releases VICE journalist on bail, Saudi executions seen as warning to dissenters, ISIS ran Facebook account of murdered journalist. More
January Featured Cases: The Price of Free Expression in Russia
This month, we're highlighting the cases of three individuals, both Russian and non-Russian, who have suffered at the hands of the Russian authorities for simply exercising their right to… More
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