human freedom index

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New federal legislation should remind Canadians of Orwell’s 1984

The government wants to make speech crimes punishable by house arrest, jail time or electronic monitoring.


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World Cup reminder—freedom improves the human condition

People who live in freer societies earn more money, live longer lives and enjoy higher levels of happiness.


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Governments worldwide use ‘enemies’ to justify repression

In the vast South Asia region, only Bhutan escaped growing repression since 2019.


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Freedom under attack in India

The Modi government has significantly diminished the level of personal freedom in the country.


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Human freedom waning in many countries

The index spotlights fundamental rights such as freedom of speech, religion, association and assembly.