Free speech fears and far-right conspiracies: the culture war over Ireland's hate speech bill
A chorus of negative reactions to the bill has grown louder in recent weeks.
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A chorus of negative reactions to the bill has grown louder in recent weeks.
LIMERICK, Ireland -- Ireland is on the verge of passing the most aggressive hate crime law in the European Union, which includes the first legal protections in the EU for transgender individuals. Government officials say the bill offers necessary protections at a time when immigration is on the rise and traditional ideas about sex and gender are being challenged.
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Minister for Justice Helen McEntee has proposed new laws to deal with 'hate speech', claiming that freedom of speech doesn't entitle one to hate speech.
Bill extends list of groups covered by incitement to hatred legislation and mirrors UK law but some TDs have raised concerns