Wetsvoorstel strafbaarstelling verheerlijken van terrorisme en openbare steunbetuiging aan terroristische organisaties

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The proposal risks structurally restricting:

Freedom of expression – by introducing vague and subjective criteria for what constitutes “glorification,” it could criminalize legitimate speech, dissent, or discussion of complex political issues.

Press freedom – journalists, researchers, and activists could face prosecution simply for reporting on, analyzing, or quoting controversial figures or events.

The right to demonstrate – peaceful protests, political movements, or solidarity actions could be wrongfully targeted if their views are deemed to fall under the bill’s ambiguous definitions.

Such measures could have a chilling effect on democratic debate and civic participation, undermining the very principles the Netherlands is known for defending.annot exist without the ability to openly exchange ideas, even when those ideas are contentious or uncomfortableThe proposal risks structurally restricting:

Freedom of expression – by introducing vague and subjective criteria for what constitutes “glorification,” it could criminalize legitimate speech, dissent, or discussion of complex political issues.

Press freedom – journalists, researchers, and activists could face prosecution simply for reporting on, analyzing, or quoting controversial figures or events.

The right to demonstrate – peaceful protests, political movements, or solidarity actions could be wrongfully targeted if their views are deemed to fall under the bill’s ambiguous definitions.

Such measures could have a chilling effect on democratic debate and civic participation, undermining the very principles the Netherlands is known for defending. A truly free society cannot exist without the ability to openly exchange ideas, even when those ideas are contentious or uncomfortable.

I urge you to reconsider this bill and instead pursue measures that protect public safety without eroding the constitutional rights that underpin your democracy.

I urge you to reconsider this bill and instead pursue measures that protect public safety without eroding the constitutional rights that underpin our democracy.