Hate speech and incitement to hatred 2012, para. 65
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Public condemnation by high-level Government officials is particularly crucial because extremist groups have been attempting to hijack the freedom of expression debate and to cast themselves in the role of the ultimate defenders of free speech. Policymakers and politicians across party lines, rather than using the existence of laws to deal with the matter as an excuse to remain silent in such situations, should have the courage to systematically condemn hate speech publicly.
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of the right to freedom of opinion and expression
Document type
Special Procedures' report
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N.A.
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Civil & Political Rights
Equality & Inclusion
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Activists
Year
2012
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Other
Reference
SR Freedom of Opinion, Report to the UNGA (2012), A/67/357, para. 65.