This Is Just Insane

Summary

The video script discusses the UK's stringent response to riots, highlighting arrests for anti-establishment rhetoric on social media, misinformation, and offensive content. It questions the fairness and consistency of the legal system, pointing out perceived double standards in the treatment of different political views. The speaker also addresses the importance of free speech and criticizes the criminalization of insults, advocating for more societal tolerance to offensive speech. The script ends with a promotion for a skincare sponsor and a call to support the creator's content.

Takeaways

• 🚔 The script discusses the arrest of individuals in the UK for various reasons, including posting anti-establishment rhetoric on social media and expressing support for riots.
• 📢 It highlights the case of Wayne O'Rock, arrested for his social media posts, suggesting a crackdown on free speech and criticism of the government.
• 🤔 The script questions the selective enforcement of laws, pointing out that similar actions by individuals on the opposite side of the political spectrum do not result in arrests.
• 📉 The arrest of Bernie Spoof for posting inaccurate information is mentioned, raising concerns about the criminalization of misinformation and the potential chilling effect on free speech.
• 🗣️ David Spring's case is cited, where he was arrested for his chants directed at police officers, leading to an 18-month prison sentence and raising questions about the fairness of the punishment.
• 😡 The script criticizes the UK's approach to handling protests and free speech, implying a two-tier system where some voices are suppressed more harshly than others.
• 😱 It mentions the arrest of Lee Joseph for posting offensive memes, resulting in an 8-week prison sentence, which the script deems as an overreaction.
• 🤔 The script ponders why most individuals in these cases plead guilty, suggesting they may not be aware of their legal rights or the possibility of successfully defending themselves.
• 💡 The importance of free speech is emphasized, with the script arguing that society should allow more offensive speech to increase its resilience to it.
• 🛑 The script criticizes the UK's legal system for potentially imprisoning individuals without clear evidence of a broken law, suggesting a lack of due process.
• 🛍️ Lastly, the script transitions to a sponsored message about skincare, promoting a product line and offering a discount for viewers, indicating a shift in topic from serious issues to a commercial one.

Q & A

What is the main concern expressed in the script regarding the UK's response to riots?

The script expresses concern over the UK's draconian backlash to the riots, highlighting the acceleration of laws that restrict freedom of speech and criticize the arrest of individuals for posting anti-establishment rhetoric on social media.

Who was Wayne O'Rock and why was he arrested according to the script?

Wayne O'Rock is a 40-year-old man who was arrested by Lincolnshire police, primarily for posting anti-establishment rhetoric on social media, which the script suggests is indicative of a worrying trend towards limiting free speech.

What was the charge against Bernie Sporf?

Bernie Sporf was arrested for posting inaccurate information on social media, specifically for falsely suggesting that the Southport attacker was a Muslim refugee, which the script argues is not yet a crime under UK law.

What is the argument made in the script about the potential misuse of the Online Safety Act?

The script argues that the Online Safety Act's Section 179 false Communications offense could be misused to charge individuals like Bernie Sporf for being wrong on the internet, despite the law requiring the person to knowingly convey false information.

Who is David Spring and what was his sentence for his actions?

David Spring is a 61-year-old man who was arrested and sentenced to 18 months in prison for chanting offensive phrases at police officers, which the script questions as being selectively applied and harshly punished.

What is the criticism regarding the selective application of laws against individuals expressing certain views?

The script criticizes the selective application of laws, suggesting that individuals on the right are more likely to be arrested and sentenced for expressing their views, while those on the left who make incendiary claims are allowed to apologize and move on.

What is the script's stance on the importance of free speech?

The script strongly advocates for the importance of free speech, suggesting that it is the second most precious thing in life after food and shelter, and argues against the outlawing of insult as it can be too broadly interpreted.

Why does the script suggest that most individuals are pleading guilty in these cases?

The script questions why individuals are pleading guilty, especially when they might have a chance of successfully defending themselves under UK law, suggesting they may not be aware of their rights or the potential for the authorities to imprison without proving a law broken.

What is the script's view on the current state of the UK's prison system and who is being prioritized for imprisonment?

The script criticizes the UK's prison system for prioritizing the imprisonment of individuals who post offensive content online over more serious criminals, suggesting a misallocation of resources and a lack of fairness.

What is the script's final call to action for viewers?

The script ends with a call to action for viewers to support the content creator by visiting a website, pledging donations, or subscribing to join a community for early access to videos and exclusive content.

Outlines

00:00

🚨 Draconian Backlash and Free Speech Concerns 🚨

The script discusses the rapid escalation of legal actions against individuals in the UK for their social media posts following riots. It highlights the arrest of Wayne O'Rock for 'anti-establishment rhetoric' and questions the precedent this sets. The script also mentions the arrest of others for spreading misinformation or offensive content online, suggesting a double standard in enforcement. The narrative criticizes the harsh sentences given for seemingly minor offenses and points out the disparity in treatment between different political viewpoints. It concludes with a promotion for a skincare sponsor, te Hanley, and emphasizes the importance of free speech and personal grooming.

05:01

📢 The Fragility of Free Speech and Legal Confusion 📢

This paragraph delves into the broader implications of the crackdown on free speech, arguing that the outlawing of insults can lead to the suppression of criticism and alternative viewpoints. It suggests that the best way to build societal resilience against offensive speech is to allow more of it. The script questions why individuals are pleading guilty to charges under the UK's strict hate speech laws, when they might have a chance to defend themselves. It also touches on the absurdity of observing a riot being considered a criminal offense and criticizes the UK's prison system for prioritizing the incarceration of minor offenders over more serious criminals. The paragraph ends with a call to support the speaker's work through donations or subscriptions on his website, modernity.news.

Keywords

💡Draconian backlash

The term 'Draconian backlash' refers to a severe and oppressive response to a situation, often implying harsh measures that may be considered excessive. In the video's context, it is used to describe the UK's response to riots, suggesting that the reactions have become extreme and unjustifiably severe.

💡Anti-establishment rhetoric

Anti-establishment rhetoric is discourse that criticizes or opposes the existing social, political, or economic order. The video mentions the arrest of Wayne O'Rock for posting such rhetoric on social media, indicating a crackdown on free speech and dissenting opinions.

💡Free Speech Union

The Free Speech Union is likely an organization advocating for the protection of free speech rights. The script references the Union's potential involvement in defending individuals arrested for expressing views online, highlighting the importance of such organizations in upholding freedom of expression.

💡Hate speech laws

Hate speech laws are legal regulations designed to prevent speech that incites violence or prejudice against certain groups based on attributes such as race, religion, or nationality. The video suggests that these laws are being applied in a draconian manner in the UK, leading to arrests for expressing certain opinions.

💡Two-tier policing

Two-tier policing refers to a situation where law enforcement applies different standards or levels of enforcement to different groups or individuals. The video implies that there is a disparity in how people on the political right and left are treated by the police in the context of the UK riots.

💡Misinformation

Misinformation is false or inaccurate information that is spread, often unintentionally. The script discusses the arrest of Bernie Spoof for allegedly posting inaccurate information about a Southport attacker, raising questions about the criminalization of spreading false information online.

💡Section 179 false Communications offense

Section 179 false Communications offense likely refers to a specific legal provision against the dissemination of false information. The video uses this as an example to discuss the legal complexities and potential overreach in charging individuals for spreading misinformation.

💡Insult

In the context of the video, 'insult' is used to describe speech that may offend or disparage others. The video argues that the outlawing of insult can be problematic because many forms of expression, including criticism and sarcasm, can be interpreted as such, potentially stifling free speech.

💡Pleading guilty

Pleading guilty refers to a defendant's admission of guilt in a legal case. The video raises the question of why individuals are pleading guilty to charges related to their online speech, suggesting that they may not be aware of their rights or the possibility of successfully defending themselves.

💡Skincare routine

A skincare routine is a series of steps taken to maintain the health and appearance of one's skin. The video includes a sponsorship message for a skincare brand, emphasizing the importance of a regular routine for men, including cleansing, exfoliating, and moisturizing.

💡Modernity.news

Modernity.news appears to be a website or platform where the video creator shares content, including exclusive articles. It is mentioned in the script as a place for viewers to find more of the creator's work, indicating a broader media presence beyond the video itself.

Highlights

Draconian backlash to the UK riots has led to extreme levels of speech regulation within two weeks.

Wayne O'Rock arrested for posting 'anti-establishment rhetoric' on social media, reflecting a crackdown on free speech.

Arrests made for expressing support for riots and advising on anonymity, indicating a broadened scope of what constitutes illegal activity.

Bernie Spoof arrested for posting inaccurate information, raising questions about the limits of free speech and misinformation.

The Free Speech Union's commitment to defend those charged under questionable circumstances, highlighting the importance of advocacy for free speech.

David Spring's arrest for offensive language towards police raises concerns about the selective enforcement of speech laws.

Lee Joseph's imprisonment for posting offensive memes on Facebook, sparking debates on the boundaries of acceptable online content.

Discrepancies in how political ideologies are policed, with some receiving leniency while others face harsh punishments.

The potential for a two-tier policing system in the UK, where different standards apply to different political affiliations.

The importance of regular moisturizing and a good skincare routine for maintaining a youthful appearance.

Introduction of te Hanley as a sponsor for the video, promoting a simplified skincare routine for men.

Te Hanley's offer of a 30% discount and free gifts for new customers, incentivizing viewers to start their skincare journey.

The value of free speech as a fundamental right, with the presenter's belief that it is second only to the necessities of food and shelter.

The argument that allowing more offensive speech can increase society's resilience to it, rather than censoring it.

Concerns about individuals pleading guilty in free speech cases without realizing they might have a defense.

The absurdity of observing a riot being considered a criminal offense, questioning the legal basis for such arrests.

The issue of prison overcrowding in the UK and the types of criminals being released to accommodate new inmates.

A call to action for viewers to support the presenter's work through donations or subscriptions on his website.

Introduction of a new website, modernity.news, where exclusive content and articles will be published.

Transcripts

the Draconian backlash to the UK riots

has accelerated to totally insane levels

in the space of just two weeks the bar

has been set so low they're now set in

the precedent that this kind of speech

is illegal 40-year-old Wayne o rock

arrested on Sunday by linken sh police

one of the main reasons for his arrest

according to the BBC posting on social

media quote anti-establishment

rhetoric okay fair enough

then wait what anti-establishment

retoric so arrested for criticizing the

government on social media like they do

in communist China is this really where

we're at o mate have you got a license

for that anti-establishment rhetoric ack

had nearly 100,000 followers on X now to

be clear that's not the only reason they

gave for the arrest expressing support

for the riots and offering advice on how

to remain anonymous being to others but

the fact that they cited posting

anti-establishment rhetoric as one of

the primary reasons probably reveals a

little bit more than they intended

Bernie spff arrested ostensibly for

posting inaccurate information on X

specifically by falsely suggesting the

Southport attacker was a Muslim Refugee

but then caveat the Tweet with the words

if this is true then all hell is about

to break loose being mistaken about

something online is apparently a crime

now thing is as the Free Speech Union

which is likely to take up her case

explains it's not we will be amazed if

she is charged but if she is we will pay

for her defense while miss spof may be

guilty of spreading misinformation that

isn't yet a crime and it would be hard

to charge her with the Section 179 false

Communications offense created by the

Online safety act because one of its

tests is that quote the message conveys

information the person knows to be false

clearly this isn't the case here and yet

being wrong on the Internet is now

apparently enough for you to get a knock

on the

door please open the door 61-year-old

David spring arrested for chanting who

the f is all and for calling police

officers the CW as well as chanting at

them you're not English anymore 18

months in prison oh okay that seems fair

did they just introduce blasphemy laws

on a whim without telling us and why are

they being selectively applied Spring's

wife who suffers from serious ill health

will now be deprived of her primary

career thanks to his imprisonment

doesn't matter lock him up Lee Joseph

done arrested and jailed for posting

offensive memes on Facebook 8 weeks in

prison wow these memes must have been

pretty awful right they consisted of

images of groups of men Asian in

appearance alongside the words coming to

a town near you all right that seems

fair and if posting inaccurate

information about riots online is now a

criminal offense why are the people on

the other side of the political Spectrum

who post inaccurate information about

riots not being arrested or charged in

one case a brazenly untrue but

incendiary claim that a Muslim woman had

been acid attacked by right Wingers and

another claim that excused the behavior

of a gang of Muslim men in Birmingham

who went on to engage in violent

disorder we keep being told that two

tier policing in the UK is a myth and

yet there's two concrete examples of it

they get to apologize and immediately

move on yet people on the right even if

they profusely apologize get instant

prison sentences right okay that seems

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point when it comes to the consideration

of any issue relating to free speech is

my passionate Bel that the second most

precious thing in life is the right to

express yourself freely the most

precious thing in life I think is food

in your mouth and the third most

precious is a roof over your head the

clear problem with the outlawing of

insult is that too many things can be

interpreted as such criticism is easily

construed as insult by certain parties

ridicule easily construed as insult

sarcasm UNF aable comparison merely

stating an alternative point of view to

the Orthodoxy can be interpreted as

insult and because so many things can be

interpreted as insult it is hardly

surprising but so many things have been

the best way to increase society's

resistance to insulting or offensive

speech is to allow a lot more of it

another Salient question keeps popping

up why are the vast majority of

individuals in these cases immediately

pleading guilty especially that even

under the UK's Draconian hate speech

laws they'd stand a very good chance of

successfully defending themselves are

they even aware that the authorities

can't at least not yet give it a couple

of weeks just imprison you on a whim

without proving what law you've broken

unless you plead guilty if you plead not

guilty it goes to court and if you get a

good lawyer you might walk free do they

not know that and who if anyone's

telling them otherwise Duty solicitors

get your own solicitor again as the free

speech Union explains in some cases such

as Bernie spor no laws were broken

they're now telling us observing a riot

merely laying guys on it not even taking

part in it is a criminal offense really

under what law totally absurd what do

you do if you just happen to be walking

through the city and end up in the

vicinity of one immediately put a

blindfold on oh mate have you got a

license for that IAI this guy got a year

in jail for literally just being drunk a

protest even the judge questioned the

sentence remarking he did not hit anyone

throw anything or spit at anybody this

guy was banged up for 26 months for

gesticulating and shouting at police

officers two years plus behind bars for

basically being angry okay seems totally

fair and given the UK's full to the brim

prison capacity who's getting released

to make room for Boomers who post spicy

memes on Facebook Korea criminals with

more than 100 convictions okay okay that

seems fair who's not even getting prison

time to begin with thieves people who

assault police officers inside airports

no charges yet despite the assault being

detailed on camera nonsters with

hundreds of CP images on the computers

sex offenders groomers people who molest

girls many such cases fugitive Bank

scammers massive benefit frauders people

who batter school girls with metal bars

oh yeah and people who illegally enter

the UK who don't get imprisoned or

deported but get free hotel rooms food

cash and complimentary Healthcare while

you pay for it oh okay that seems

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