EU Accused of Contradicting Liberal Values by Selecting Which Voices to Promote

In an opinion piece published by Die Welt on July 21, 2026, author Fatina Keilani criticizes the European Union's approach to freedom of speech. The article argues that while the EU claims to protect free expression, it simultaneously decides which voices are worthy of promotion and which are deemed dangerous. This selective approach, according to the author, contradicts the EU's own liberal and democratic aspirations. The piece references the EU Rule of Law Report as a backdrop, suggesting that the bloc's policies on speech and media support are inconsistent with its foundational principles. The analysis highlights a perceived tension between protecting free speech and regulating harmful content, accusing the EU of hypocrisy in its governance of public discourse.