Academics at one of our most learned institutions vote next week on what free speech means. Our CEO says respect should be earned
Should we have to respect or just tolerate abhorrent views?
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CATEGORY: Ruth’s blog
We mustn’t close our eyes to violence against campaigning women
As the UN launches a campaign against gender-based violence, our CEO says we must support those who want their voices heard
Why the arrest of Egypt’s Gasser Abed El Razek is so troubling
The arrest of the executive director of the Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights and two staff is a shameful attack on human rights
The attacks in France are an attack on our values
After the murder of three churchgoers in Nice, there needs to be a national conversation around free speech
“Elections give the US moral authority to challenge authoritarian regimes”
As the electorate decides whether the White House will be red or blue, our CEO focuses on the importance of democratic process
If Trump loses we must make sure his assault on the media is not lasting
Whether Trump wins or not next week, years of his assault on the media could have long-term implications. We must all be alert to this
Samuel Paty: an educator, a father and a free speech martyr
A French teacher is brutally murdered in Paris for teaching students about free speech. We must not forget him
“Nelson’s legacy isn’t the issue, the culture war is”
Museums should be able to examine every aspect of history and culture without reprisal
We need to end the abuse around discussions of feminism and trans rights
All women, whether a successful novelist like JK Rowling or a struggling blogger expressing their gender identity, have a right to their opinions
Why Index will fight for free and open debate
To find answers to some of the biggest questions our societies have ever faced we need to listen to each other