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Prosecutor files appeal against Finnish MP’s major free speech victory

The Finnish state prosecutor has filed her appeal against the unanimous court decision which exonerated a Finnish MP and bishop of “hate speech” allegations for sharing their faith-based beliefs.

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Finnish prosecutor’s decision paints picture of hostile path towards free speech and Christianity

Päivi Räsänen at court. She will face trial at the Finnish Supreme Court.

“The Finnish prosecutor has announced she will appeal Räsänen and Pohjola’s acquittal on ‚hate speech‘ charges.“

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40 Days for Free Speech

“If you think that the free speech-v-cancel culture tension has already been pushed to its limits in the UK over the past year, you probably haven’t heard of 40 Days for Life.“

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This 76 year-old grandmother was arrested while praying. She’s still waiting for justice

Rosa Lalor was arrested for praying silently during coronavirus lockdown

“Rosa, a 76-year-old grandmother, was arrested while walking and praying during lockdown. Due to court backlogs, she is still awaiting trial.“

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Prosecutor to continue “campaign” against Finnish MP after major free speech victory

After a unanimous court decision and strong recommendation by the police not to proceed with prosecution in the first place, the Finnish state prosecutor intends to push criminal proceedings against MP and bishop into their fourth year.

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In Finland, a Win for Free Speech Everywhere

Päivi Räsänen wins major free speech trial

“A Finnish member of parliament has won on all charges in a groundbreaking free speech trial involving a Bible tweet…“

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Finnish MP wins on all charges in major free speech trial

A Finnish court has upheld the right to free speech by dismissing all charges against Finnish MP Päivi Räsänen and Bishop Juhana Pohjola.

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Aviso: Judgment in Finnish MP’s Bible-tweet trial expected on 30th March

A Finnish court is expected to rule on the Finnish MP Päivi Räsänen and Bishop Juhana Pohjola’s free speech case on 30th March. Both stand accused of having engaged in “hate speech” for publicly sharing their faith-based beliefs.

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