Politics9/2/2025BBC

Clegg accuses Vance of 'hypocrisy' over free speech criticism

Clegg accuses Vance of 'hypocrisy' over free speech criticism

The article discusses the criticism of UK free speech laws by senior right-wing US figures, according to Sir Nick Clegg, the former UK Deputy Prime Minister and current Head of Global Affairs at Meta. Clegg accused these US figures of "hypocrisy," stating that they "attack" UK free speech laws while simultaneously "intimidating and bullying" their critics. The article suggests that there is a perceived contradiction between the criticism of UK free speech laws by these US figures and their own actions towards their critics. Clegg's comments highlight the ongoing debate around free speech and the different approaches taken in different countries. The article does not provide specific details about which US figures Clegg was referring to or the nature of their criticism of UK free speech laws. It also does not delve into the specific arguments or context of the debate.

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