Brussels Becomes Capital of Censorship as MCC Book Launch Is Cancelled
The Mathias Corvinus Collegium (MCC) in Brussels is facing a censorship drama once again, reminiscent of the April scandal earlier this year. This time, the controversy surrounds the book launch of MCC director Frank Füredi’s latest book, “The War Against the Past.”
Initially scheduled to take place at Piola.libri, a bookstore on Rue Franklin in the Schumann area on Monday, September 30th, 2024, the event was abruptly canceled. The venue cited concerns about the “political connotation” of the launch and the store’s commitment to being an “inclusive space.”
In response to this decision, MCC Brussels issued a statement highlighting the threat to free speech in the heart of the European Union. Frank Füredi, the author and Executive Director of MCC Brussels, expressed his disappointment in the bookstore’s decision, emphasizing the importance of allowing all viewpoints to be heard.
Despite this setback, MCC Brussels remains committed to defending free speech and has secured an alternative venue for the book launch. The details of the new location will be announced shortly.
This incident sheds light on the censorious nature of the EU bubble and the hypocrisy that exists in Brussels. It is crucial to protect free speech and allow for a diversity of opinions to be expressed, even when they may be controversial or challenge prevailing narratives.
As the debate over the book launch continues, it serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding the principles of free speech and ensuring that all voices are heard in a democratic society.
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This article discusses the controversy surrounding the cancellation of the book launch event for Frank Füredi’s latest book at a Brussels bookstore. The piece emphasizes the importance of defending free speech and allowing diverse viewpoints to be heard in society.
