Ron DeSantis’s war against academic freedom and the First Amendment, explained
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Even if you’re sympathetic to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ mission, if he can limit expression on college campuses, so could a very different governor.Read full article 
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- Some filmmakers and organizations praised Glazer, emphasizing the complexity of views on the Israel-Gaza war and the rift it has created within the Jewish community.
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk and the Support of Far-Right in Brazil
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- Under Musk's leadership, X has transformed into a sanctuary for the far right and dissemination of misinformation, resulting in an escalation of hate speech on the platform.
- Experts caution that Musk is establishing a dangerous precedent by protecting and promoting the far right on his platform, regardless of local regulations or public opinion.
- Despite Musk's claims of advocating for free speech, the implementation of these principles on the platform has been inconsistent under his direction, especially concerning government requests to deactivate accounts.
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