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Foreign desk: Europe’s Global Censorship Threat
The European Union’s Digital Services Act is being criticized as a “censorship law” by Adina Portaru from RealClearPolitics. The Act mandates that “very large online platforms” must remove what is termed “illegal content.” This definition aligns with anti-free speech laws in various EU nations, such as Germany, where criticizing politicians is prohibited. The Act’s broad and ambiguous language could potentially be used by the commission to suppress undesirable opinions. In Finland, a parliamentarian faced charges under the “War Crimes and Crimes against Humanity” law for tweeting a Bible verse. With tech companies pressured to align their global content moderation policies with such stringent standards, these regulations risk becoming a worldwide norm.
Iran: Spare Us the Moral Posturing, Lefties
Brendan O’Neill from spiked argues that recent events in Iran have compelled the left to confront the contradictions and inhumanity often found in modern ‘anti-imperialism.’ Following US and Israeli airstrikes on Iranian regime targets, the anti-war left quickly condemned the actions as an “illegal war of aggression.” However, they were notably silent during the regime’s brutal crackdown on its citizens for years. O’Neill questions the moral reasoning where more outrage is directed at attacks on an oppressive government than at the government’s own atrocities against its people.
2028 watch: Attack Boosts Risks for Both Sides
President Trump’s military actions in Iran present potential challenges for the 2028 presidential hopefuls, notes Byron York from the Washington Examiner. Former Vice President Kamala Harris expressed strong opposition, while California Governor Gavin Newsom deemed the move “reckless,” and Pete Buttigieg labeled it “unnecessary.” Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez warned of disastrous consequences. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro criticized the action but also condemned the Iranian regime’s brutalities. The situation is unpredictable: if military success leads to a peaceful government, critics of the action might be seen as misguided. Conversely, if the situation worsens, Democrats could gain politically. Republicans, on the other hand, see the Democrats’ critiques as highlighting the importance of a successful outcome.
Space beat: Musk’s AI Moon Dream
Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX, is reportedly planning to construct a mass driver on the moon to launch AI data centers into Earth’s orbit, according to Mark Whittington at The Hill. These AI facilities would be manufactured on the lunar surface and launched using the mass driver, which employs electromagnets to propel cargo beyond escape velocity. The moon, with its low gravity and minimal atmosphere, is an ideal location for such a project. Musk envisions a future where a manned lunar colony supports a network of pre-built space-based AI data centers. Eventually, mass drivers could also be used on asteroids, facilitating cargo transport across the inner solar system, transforming what was once an impractical idea into a pathway to a brighter future.
Conservative: Dem Pols’ Christian Gaslighting
Robert Knight from The Washington Times criticizes prominent politicians who publicly embrace Christianity and moderation while supporting what he sees as a radical Democratic agenda. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, potentially eyeing a 2028 presidential bid, has emphasized his Christian faith while identifying as a “proud, pro-LGBTQ+ governor.” He attempted to obstruct a state bill that would protect minors from “gender-affirming care.” In Texas, James Talarico promotes his Christian faith while adhering to a radical agenda, with much of his discourse focusing on class envy. Knight argues that this vision of a just economy disguises envy as compassion and seeks to enable governmental control over income distribution and societal morals.
— Compiled by The Post Editorial Board