Senator Michaela Biancofiore, president of the Civici d’Italia, NM, UDC, MAIE group, spoke out about the controversies of the left regarding Elon Musk‘s intervention on X and his message on judges after the recent sentences on migrants in Albania: “Every day a citizen wakes up and discovers that the sinister latu sense distorts the concepts of freedom of expression and thought, sacred rights enshrined in our Constitution, the most beautiful in the world, and universally recognized in all democratic countries. That Elon Musk as a free citizen cannot express his idea, a criticism, an opinion that can be shared or not, this has a retro taste of censorship that the usual suspects would say is fascist. You can’t fill your mouth with the need to protect the right to criticize and then, as soon as someone highlights distortions in our system that conflict with the Constitution itself, double standards are used.”
“In this strange country of ours – continued Biancofiore – according to the left, we should accept that a former Minister of the Interior who has done his job and duty, defending the Italian borders from illegal immigrants, risks 6 years in prison and is defined criminal by NGOs paid by Soros and the dancing company and then we should gag Musk, just because he tries to bring the world back to a correct feeling of justice and democracy, shared by good people. Noting that Italian magistrates are not elected by the people and that in some cases, which embarrass even the serious majority of our country’s magistrates, they seem more interested in engaging in politics than applying the laws, as demonstrated by some disconcerting e-mails, is a responsibility personal that Musk has taken on with the courage of someone who has a global vision and is amazed by the fact that in Italy the constitutional role between those who make the laws on mandate of the sovereign people and those who should apply them is being reversed”.
Biancofiore concluded his message thus: “Then I agree with President Mattarella’s words, Italy is a great democratic country that knows how to look after itself in compliance with the Constitution, a concept that I hope also reaches those who seem deaf to said principles ”.
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**Interview with Senator Michaela Biancofiore on Freedom of Expression and Elon Musk’s Recent Comments**
**Interviewer:** Senator Biancofiore, you’ve recently expressed strong opinions regarding the backlash against Elon Musk for his comments on judges and immigration. Can you summarize your main points?
**Senator Biancofiore:** Absolutely. I believe that every citizen, including Musk, has the right to express their views freely, especially when it comes to issues that impact our democracy and fundamental freedoms. The criticism directed at him for voicing his opinions represents a troubling trend of censorship, which is contradictory to the very principles we claim to uphold in our Constitution.
**Interviewer:** You mentioned a “retro taste of censorship.” Can you elaborate on that?
**Senator Biancofiore:** Certainly. When individuals are criticized for highlighting issues or inconsistencies within our judicial system, it sends a message that dissenting opinions are not welcome. This undermines the spirit of free speech. If we claim to champion freedom of expression, we can’t selectively silence those who challenge the status quo, even if their views are controversial.
**Interviewer:** How do you view the situation regarding the former Minister of the Interior and the charges against him related to immigration?
**Senator Biancofiore:** It’s quite ironic. A man who has made significant efforts to secure our borders is facing severe legal repercussions, while at the same time, voices like Musk are being stifled. It raises serious questions about who gets to define justice and public discourse in this country. We shouldn’t allow NGOs or external influences to dictate or manipulate our legal standards and democratic values.
**Interviewer:** What do you hope to achieve with your remarks on this issue?
**Senator Biancofiore:** My aim is to highlight the importance of protecting our rights to free speech and to draw attention to the dangers of double standards in our justice system. It’s vital that we defend the principles of democracy that are supposed to benefit us all, without hindrance or bias. Ignoring these issues not only risks our freedoms but also sets a dangerous precedent for future governance.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for sharing your insights, Senator Biancofiore. Your perspective adds an important voice to this ongoing debate.
**Senator Biancofiore:** Thank you for having me. It’s essential that we continue this conversation around freedom and justice.
