U.K. police arrest comedian over 'mean tweets'
Graham Linehan was arrested for alleged hate on X, sparking concerns of police overreach and censorship.
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Tonight, on The Ezra Levant Show, U.K. police arrested comedian Graham Linehan for "mean tweets." This raises questions about free speech in a country that increasingly resembles a "panopticon," where surveillance is constant.
Drawing parallels to the Soviet Union, where fear of authority led to self-censorship, Ezra highlights how modern technology intensifies this pervasive monitoring. Linehan's arrest, under suspicion of stirring up hatred based on sexual orientation (though the law doesn't mention transgender status, which his tweets addressed), exemplifies this.
The incident follows Linehan's outspoken criticism of transgenderism, similar to J.K. Rowling. His arrest in London, after returning from America, included a bail condition to stop tweeting, raising concerns about police overreach and censorship.
The situation has garnered international attention, with figures like Elon Musk and Donald Trump commenting on U.K. free speech issues. There are growing calls for U.S. intervention from some Brits.
Public discontent is rising, evident in large-scale protests against government policies. A major free speech rally, led by Tommy Robinson, is planned for September 13, where the author will be speaking, hoping to contribute to regaining freedom in the United Kingdom.
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Andrew O commented 2025-09-03 05:47:43 -0400You should do some research of Graeme, he’s a leftist who opposed the Gamergate movement and spent years rallying to have Count Dankula jailed for his Nazi pug joke, when Graeme himself made a Nazi joke on Father Ted. He’s alleged “come to Jesus” moment is only a couple years ago. -
Jerry Purvis commented 2025-09-02 22:58:55 -0400I first became one of your members and supporters after watching your coverage of the trucker’s convoy. After seeing how they were treated by government and seeing fellow journalist Alexa Lavoie shot by an OPD riot gun, I’m more convinced our Canadian friends are having to deal with a police state. Wishing you all the best.
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Paul McCullough commented 2025-09-02 21:34:02 -0400Great show. Donation made.
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Bruce Atchison commented 2025-09-02 20:47:51 -0400I’m sure there’s plenty of evidence for people like me to be imprisoned for wrong think. Soon even e-mail won’t be safe. It’s time we rose up as one person and pushed back at these censorious thugs.
