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On March 6, 2021, the streets of several Portuguese cities were adorned with communist flags and other decorations. These scenes looked like they were straight out of the Soviet Union or perhaps a present-day communist country. In reality, though, we’re talking about cities like Lisbon or Porto. But why is communism still a thing in Portugal?
Civil Liberties

Why is communism still a thing in Portugal?

On March 6, 2021, the streets of several Portuguese cities were adorned with communist flags and other decorations. These scenes looked like they were straight out of the Soviet Union or perhaps a present-day communist country. In reality, though, we’re talking about cities like Lisbon or Porto. While the images were certainly striking, they shouldn’t be entirely unexpected. On that day, the Portuguese Communist Party celebrated its 100th anniversary, cheered on by thousands of militants and sympathizers across the country. I still remember one of my friends, who is of Eastern European

The power of information dissemination through social media networks is remarkable, with messages often going viral within seconds. Yet, it is essential to acknowledge that social media activism has its limitations.
Free Speech

Defending liberty in the digital age: how useful is social media activism?

Unsurprisingly, the rising popularity of social media has led to its increased usage in media activism. In simple terms, media activism is a form of activism

As we wrap up this insightful conversation with Spike Cohen, we're thrilled to share an exciting opportunity with you. Spike Cohen will be a featured speaker at LibertyCon International in February 2024!
Announcement

Spike Cohen: What’s next for the liberty movement?

In July 2023, amid the lively atmosphere of FreedomFest in Memphis, I had the privilege of sitting down with Spike Cohen, the Founder and President of

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