Switzerland Goes To War Against Free Speech: Man Jailed For Claiming That Skeletons Reflect Gender

Switzerland has declared war on individuals who challenge certain orthodox positions, including gender policies, and a recent case highlights the country's stance on free speech. Emanuel Brünisholz, a wind-instrument repairman, is about to start a 10-day prison stint for voicing skepticism about claims that skeletons are transgender. Brünisholz responded to a Facebook post by Swiss National Council member Andreas Glarner, stating that skeletons can only be identified as men or women, and that other claims are a mental illness. He was convicted of "hate speech" and "publicly belittling" comments based on sexual orientation under the Swiss Criminal Code and fined 500 Swiss Francs. The court adopted a broad definition of the protected class under Swiss law, which includes individuals who identify as LGBTQI. Brünisholz's case is an example of how free speech is being restricted in Europe, with many Americans allied with the EU attempting to introduce similar anti-free speech laws in the United States. The European Union has been enforcing an aggressive anti-free speech platform for years, and many are speaking out against it. Despite the crackdown on free speech, there are still brave advocates and groups fighting to restore this right in their countries. Brünisholz's decision to go to jail is bringing attention to the issue and highlighting the importance of free speech. The case is a concerning example of how European courts are using broad definitions of hate speech to silence individuals with opposing views, and it has sparked a wider debate about the state of free speech in Europe. The incident has also raised questions about the impact of anti-free speech laws on individuals and society as a whole, and it remains to be seen how the situation will develop in the future.