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1 - Do we have enough free speech?

1 - Do we have enough free speech?

FromBetter Human Podcast


1 - Do we have enough free speech?

FromBetter Human Podcast

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Length:
67 minutes
Released:
Sep 29, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

"I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it". In the age of social media, is that still true? This week I speak to Jodie Ginsberg, CEO of Index on Censorship about the human right to freedom of speech. Sometimes described as the life blood of democracy, why is this important right so controversial? Do we have a right to offend, or not to be offended? Is Julian Assange a journalist? What about Tommy Robinson? Where is the  dividing line between racial hatred and protected opinions? And much more...

You can get episode notes including links for further reading at www.patreon.com/betterhuman 
Released:
Sep 29, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (63)

Can human rights make our societies better? This podcast explores the most important human rights issues of the day through engaging and accessible interviews with high-profile guests and straightforward guides to key concepts and key events. Presented by leading human rights lawyer Adam Wagner.