As we sit and advocate for free speech this week, countries like Turkey and Saudi Arabia are limiting free speech. This week Turkish President Erdogan proposed a bill that would jail people for up to three years for spreading “disinformation.” The limitations in Russia to speaking freely are also a struggle. Suppose you speak out against the Putin regime or the military action; you can be jailed for who knows how long. The idea of free speech should be top of mind for everyone daily. Think about Jamal Khashoggi. This poor soul is assassinated because of his dissent and disagreement with MBS and the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia. Americans should embrace free speech as tightly as we guard our bank accounts and remember someone had to pay the ultimate price.
