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Jos Midas Bartman argues that authoritarian subnational elites often pose the greatest threat to journalists.

Zach Meyers thinks the world’s richest person may come to lament the freedom that Europe’s Big Tech laws offer.

Maxim Mironov argues that establishment contempt for mass audiences left the path clear for Vladimir Putin’s propaganda.

Bálint Magyar & Bálint Madlovics show why the vote returning Fidesz to power cannot be considered “free and fair,” or even “free but not fair.”

Mohamed Suliman suggests steps governments and consumers can take to minimize the spread of misinformation online.

František Vrabel calls on lawmakers to address social-media disinformation with the same urgency as drug addiction.

Steven Hill thinks “digital operating permits” could be the key to reining in tech giants and protecting their users.

Muthoki Mumo explains why many journalists are skeptical about the government’s stated commitment to press freedom.