Jacob Rees-Mogg's speech in defence of press freedom

In the House of Commons during the Second Reading of the Data Protection Bill, 5th March 2018

[@GG-qn1uo]

I usually vote labour but this man is making a lot of sense to me. Finally found a Tory I like.

[@liz2111]

Me too!

[@StargateAdventures]

Have you considered libertarianism/classical liberalism?

[@GG-qn1uo]

The definitions are something I'm relatively unsure about, who's an example of a libertarian?

[@StargateAdventures]

Gallagator Daniel Hannan is a classical liberal, Yaron Brook is an objectivist, Rand Paul or Ron Paul were Libertarians

[@GG-qn1uo]

I agree with Dan Hannan on a lot of thing, though I'll have to find a bit more content to listen to I suppose.

[@99IronDuke]

Jacob Rees-Mogg for Prime Minister.

[@chd2614]

99IronDuke what's his stance on immigration?

[@colincharlton9339]

No: sickness pay, holiday pay, employers can pay whatever they seem fit, disabled money cut..no workers rights...

[@DiddyRadar87]

This man speaks so much sense on so many things, he is someone I would definitely get behind for a push for PM. Great stuff Mr Rees-Mogg

[@kaysengriffin6522]

a tip: you can watch movies on flixzone. Been using it for watching all kinds of movies during the lockdown.

[@roccodavis4775]

@Kaysen Griffin Definitely, I've been watching on flixzone} for months myself =)

[@djwarren5081]

A superb orator. A pleasure to watch.

[@PhillRobinson]

unfortunately not PM material .

[@JaySmurkzTV]

I would listen to an audio book by him

[@The_Scarlet_Pimpernel]

JRM is clearly the full package. This man represents the best of Somerset, England and the United kingdom. Let's not waste the one of the few in parliament who represents the views, feeling and will of the majority in this land. This man must be PM

[@77fox524]

5 years later. They still don't see the ironic humour.

[@hardcorehero101]

Fantastic defence of free speech. Well done Jacob. Honestly, I can't see you losing the next election.

[@77fox524]

Well done Jacob.

[@GamesNosh]

Incredible speech, disgusting how few are sitting there to hear it

[@MrSpunkyspunky]

Mogg for pm

[@dareyou2]

This man speaks so much sense. Freedom of Speech is already on its way out and it must be defended at all costs. The only real way to know what is really going on is via KZbin.

[@gravitaslost]

An impassioned speech, but we do not have a constitutional right to freedom of speech in the UK, many believe we have it implicitly but I do not believe it is codified. If it were then surely the ludicrous amount of time the UK constabulary seem to be spending on social media now would be moot, and would perhaps enable them to prioritise actual crimes over mean tweets and Nazi pugs.

[@bylindawyatt]

Gravitas Lost I agree. Last time I was in UK, I had police come to my home and roust me up at 6am to follow up on a report that I had a disagreement or argument. Actually the previous evening I vaguely recalled a brief difference of opinion during normal conversation. The person in discussion with me the previous evening had casually mentioned our meeting to his sister and she reported it to the police. This was not a report of a hostile exchange, no harsh words, no raised voices, no fear, or threat It was only reported that we had a disagreement. So, I advised the officers to go to Parliament if they want to arrest people for this; plenty of argument there. And, even academic debate is based on an "argument." I then asked if they were having a disagreement with me. Point being that there are freedoms you may believe you have as a matter of course but are not actually codified, as you said, and in fact there are laws that severely impact freedom in the UK and should be overturned as archaic and dangerous. I left the UK a few days later and don't feel safe returning without protection and basic rights.

[@greggsevern3277]

I absolutely love this guy! his message is clear and undeniably true. he's a fantastic politician and one that truly works for the public by saying things other Daren't or wouldn't. this guy needs to be heard more and I'll be voting conservative to ensure his views and voice are heard more and more. we cannot live in a world where fear of reprisal stops people from telling the truth.

[@tommiatkins3443]

Having fun with that decision?

[@greggsevern3277]

@@tommiatkins3443 I retract my previous statement.

[@petemacarthur]

2:40 that's 1st amendment, not 2nd, Moggsy! Otherwise, spot on. 👍

[@johnnyfan38trillion64]

he was saying that america valued the 2nd amendment to oppose a government that would infringe upon the 1st amendment.

[@triggerhippy2826]

Jacob old chap, Hate to "nitt-pick" but I think you'll find it was the first amendment to the US Constitution that ensures freedom of speech. The 2nd is the right to bear arms and form a well disciplined militia to ensure against governmental tyranny. Otherwise bloody good speech sir.

[@johnnyfan38trillion64]

posted this earlier, but this is what i interpreted it as: he was saying that america valued the 2nd amendment to oppose a government that would infringe upon the 1st amendment.

[@bruceleroyhoffman]

I ❤️ Mogg

[@golemsnatch5755]

I suspect Mr. Mosely is correct in his assessment of the increase in diseases we have long kept in check within these islands, so sorry JRM, I am not with you on that one. Nor am I in agreement with allowing and encouraging, without good reason, people from alien cultures whose practices and religions mean that they will have great difficulty, or in fact no actual desire, to integrate with the indigenous populace or abide by their laws.

[@77fox524]

5 years ago

[@Unclemart99]

What a speech. Who could disagree with that.

[@JaySmurkzTV]

New age snowflakes

[@londoner6376]

no comment. should be sufficient over everything . Patriotism must rule ALL

[@elliemay1103]

Our Constitution precedes Parliament and clearly states no Foreign Prince or Prelate will rule over us and stands today we also do have Freedom of speech its statute Law

[@LazlowUK]

Sooner he's Prime Minister, the better. :(

[@BillViets]

Freedom of speech is set forth in the first amendment to the American constitution, not in its second amendment (which addresses the subordination of militias to the state and citizens’ right to bear arms). Just a correction to what Mr. Rees Mogg said.

[@randomsouthern3919]

1st Amendment Mr. Mogg. 2nd Amendment guarantees the right to bear arms.

[@mikehartley9526]

Jacob I wish you could apply this law to the Brussels Broadcasting Corporation.

[@thesep1967]

Money can easily buy an MP. The Moggster is living proof of that.

[@gregorywills2231]

Well said. I wish I was British so I could vote for him.

[@JETJOOBOY]

Tuberculosis rates are rising aren't they?

[@JETJOOBOY]

Shouldn't there be a medical check on a immigrants?

[@JoeyyGallagher]

You are such a based God.

[@JETJOOBOY]

Max Mosely is THAT Mosely!?

[@JETJOOBOY]

Rabies! Are coming!

[@ctmpodcast6901]

Disappointing to hear Rees Mogg slandering Mosley.

[@gentlemanjim480]

Good to hear Rees-Mogg day that Moseley is a disgusting, repulsive excuse for a human being.