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Russian Dissident Who Held “No War” Sign on TV Was Briefly Missing, Lawyers Say
Thousands of antiwar activists in Russia have been arrested since Putin launched the country’s invasion of Ukraine.
500 Students Walk Out of Florida School in Protest Against “Don’t Say Gay” Bill
Experts predict disastrous outcomes for LGBTQ students in the state, now that the legislation has passed.
Supreme Court to Hear Case on Businesses Discriminating Against LGBTQ Customers
Twenty states across the U.S. ban businesses from discriminating against LGBTQ clients and customers.
States Are Considering Laws That Penalize Banks for Fossil Fuel Divestment
The American Legislative Exchange Council is driving a surge in state laws modeled on anti-BDS legislation.
Exxon Is Using an Unusual Texas Law to Intimidate Critics of Its Climate Denial
The oil firm claims its history of publicly denying the climate crisis is protected by the first amendment.
Federal Judge Rejects Proud Boys’ “Free Speech” Defense in January 6 Court Case
“This alleged conduct is simply not protected by the First Amendment,” U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly said.
Koch Funding for Campuses Comes With Dangerous Strings Attached
The funding is a blatant effort to steer curricula and hiring to funnel students into careers with conservative groups.
Some School Districts Are Banning Pride Flags as Political Speech
Experts say forcing teachers to take down Pride flags could hurt the well-being of students.
Texas Abortion Law Will Chill Online Advocacy Efforts for Reproductive Rights
The law could be used to silence those who seek to provide truthful information about reproductive options.
Tokyo Olympics Social Media Teams Are Forbidden From Showing Athletes Kneeling
The ban was brought on by the decision of women's soccer teams earlier this week to kneel in protest against racism.