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Writers, Academics, and Free Speech Advocates Call on Babson to Reinstate Professor
“Against a national backdrop in which punishments for speech are chilling open discourse, this draconian outcome risks compounding the constrictions on our public discourse." More
Hacking Bezos’ Phone Shows Lengths Saudis Will Go to Silence Criticism
“That the crown prince thought he could control the Washington Post's reporting by blackmailing its owner reveals the depth of his inability to understand how independent journalism works. It… More
Greenwald Charges Suggest Government Retaliation
"It is impossible to separate these charges against Glenn from his work as an investigative reporter." More
Fine Against Belarusian Writer “Violates Fundamental Right to Speak Freely”
*CORRECTION: An earlier version of this statement indicated that Arlou was arrested. He was summoned to court, fined, and charged, but not formally placed under arrest.*** (New York, NY) –… More
Room for All Voices
"The challenge of promoting tolerance on campus is of course not new, nor is it unique to housing life; but as with other domains of campus, it is a… More
Bill Would Allow Local News Providers to Negotiate With Tech Giants
"It is heartening to see bipartisan support for legislation responding to this crisis, and the Journalism Competition and Preservation Act offers an important opportunity for news outlets to negotiate… More
Charges Must Be Dropped Against Russian Artist And Activist
"Yulia Tsvetkova’s charges are just one more iteration of an increasingly virulent campaign launched by the Russian government against dissenting artists and members of the LGBTQIA+ community." More
Restrictions on Journalists During Impeachment Would Jeopardize Press Freedom
“Moments of national crisis require credible and consistent reporting. Instead, Capitol Police and the sergeant-at-arms are jeopardizing press freedom and the public’s right to know." More
Proposed Book Banning Bill in Missouri Could Imprison Librarians
(New York, NY) – A bill proposed in Missouri this month represents a transparent, shameful attempt to legalize book banning in public libraries within the state, PEN America said… More
Appeals Court Must Uphold Restoration of White House Reporter’s Press Pass
"The Trump administration seems to look for every excuse to retaliate against journalists who dare to ask difficult questions." More
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