Sedition and the Advocacy of Violence:
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Writen bySarah Sorial - PublisherRoutledge
- Year2013
Sedition and the Advocacy of Violence: Free Speech and Counter-Terrorism" examines the delicate balance between safeguarding national security and protecting the fundamental right to free speech. The book delves into legal frameworks surrounding sedition and the advocacy of violence, analyzing how different jurisdictions address the challenge of incitement to terrorism. It explores the implications of criminalizing certain forms of speech and the potential impact on democratic principles. Through comparative analysis, the book provides insights into the effectiveness and ethical considerations of various legal approaches to counter-terrorism. Relevance to the Current Era The themes addressed in this book remain highly pertinent, as societies worldwide continue to grapple with the threat of terrorism and the complexities of regulating speech that may incite violence. Understanding the legal boundaries of free speech in the context of national security is crucial for policymakers, legal practitioners, and scholars. This book offers a critical analysis of the intersection between free speech and counter-terrorism efforts. It is essential reading for those interested in the legal and ethical dimensions of national security policies and their impact on fundamental freedoms.

