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ONLINE ID CHECKS WILL RUIN THE INTERNET
www.stoponlineidchecks.org
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With SCREEN Act and KOSA on the legislative block this week, there couldn't be a better time for Fight's "Stop Online ID Checks" Week of Action.
Today's action: Share and sign the petition.
Find out more here: www.stoponlineidchecks.org
With SCREEN Act and KOSA on the legislative block this week, there couldn't be a better time for Fight's "Stop Online ID Checks" Week of Action.
Today's action: Share and sign the petition.
Find out more here: www.stoponlineidchecks.org
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In general, there is a high risk that the law will end up being extremely complex. The risk categories in the Commission's text, in particular, will quickly lead to mandatory maximum-risk mitigation measures (such as scanning and age verification). www.eff.org/deeplinks/2...
After Years of Controversy, the EU’s Chat Control Nears Its Final
After a years-long battle, the European Commission’s “Chat Control” plan, which would mandate mass scanning and other encryption-breaking measures, at last codifies agreement on a position within the
www.eff.org
December 10, 2025 at 6:33 AM
In general, there is a high risk that the law will end up being extremely complex. The risk categories in the Commission's text, in particular, will quickly lead to mandatory maximum-risk mitigation measures (such as scanning and age verification). www.eff.org/deeplinks/2...
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Just heard disappointing news that @warren.senate.gov will co-sponsor the Kids Online Safety Act again despite overwhelming opposition from LGBTQ, human rights, abortion rights, and racial justice groups.
This is a horrific betrayal of her constituents, particularly trans youth and their families.
This is a horrific betrayal of her constituents, particularly trans youth and their families.
Why Are Some Democrats Backing MAGA's Anti-LGBTQ+ Censorship?
From late-night host cancellations to removing LGBTQ+ history from government sites, politicians in both parties are contributing to the overwriting of the internet — a place where lots of queer and t...
www.teenvogue.com
December 9, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Just heard disappointing news that @warren.senate.gov will co-sponsor the Kids Online Safety Act again despite overwhelming opposition from LGBTQ, human rights, abortion rights, and racial justice groups.
This is a horrific betrayal of her constituents, particularly trans youth and their families.
This is a horrific betrayal of her constituents, particularly trans youth and their families.
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The thing to understand about "age verification" laws is that they are not just for kids
The only way to "stop kids from doing xyz online" using age-gating is to demand a government ID (or invasive biometric face scan) from EVERYONE.
This means associating your gov ID with EVERYTHING YOU DO ONLINE
The only way to "stop kids from doing xyz online" using age-gating is to demand a government ID (or invasive biometric face scan) from EVERYONE.
This means associating your gov ID with EVERYTHING YOU DO ONLINE
December 4, 2025 at 9:20 PM
The thing to understand about "age verification" laws is that they are not just for kids
The only way to "stop kids from doing xyz online" using age-gating is to demand a government ID (or invasive biometric face scan) from EVERYONE.
This means associating your gov ID with EVERYTHING YOU DO ONLINE
The only way to "stop kids from doing xyz online" using age-gating is to demand a government ID (or invasive biometric face scan) from EVERYONE.
This means associating your gov ID with EVERYTHING YOU DO ONLINE
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The way I'm actually tearing up about to turn in my thesis proposal 🥹
This is the first time I feel like I'm genuinely studying something I'm passionate about that matters.
Transgender representation of all kinds needs to be documented, especially in climate that wants them erased.
This is the first time I feel like I'm genuinely studying something I'm passionate about that matters.
Transgender representation of all kinds needs to be documented, especially in climate that wants them erased.
December 4, 2025 at 5:11 PM
The way I'm actually tearing up about to turn in my thesis proposal 🥹
This is the first time I feel like I'm genuinely studying something I'm passionate about that matters.
Transgender representation of all kinds needs to be documented, especially in climate that wants them erased.
This is the first time I feel like I'm genuinely studying something I'm passionate about that matters.
Transgender representation of all kinds needs to be documented, especially in climate that wants them erased.
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The government can try and ban gay literature all they want, but A03 is sitting right there.
December 3, 2025 at 1:54 PM
The government can try and ban gay literature all they want, but A03 is sitting right there.
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Like all of you, as a queer NSFW writer I am so SICK of having to worry every single damn day about boomers and septuagenarians in Congress writing laws about things they do not understand, weaponizing "protect the children" to erase our safe haven like AO3 and watch us suffer! #stopkosa #savespeech
"Many states have done what Congress refuses to: pass meaningful laws that increase privacy and protect rights... Preemption undoes all that work. It lowers the ceiling for privacy and protections, rather than raising the floor." -@mattlane.bsky.social www.fightforthefuture.org/news/2025-12...
Statement: Fight for the Future opposes federal preemption of state privacy & digital safety laws
The following statement can be attributed to Matt Lane (he/him), Senior Policy Counsel at Fight for the Future: Bills like KOSA have unnecessarily divided advocates for Big Tech accountability. While ...
www.fightforthefuture.org
December 5, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Like all of you, as a queer NSFW writer I am so SICK of having to worry every single damn day about boomers and septuagenarians in Congress writing laws about things they do not understand, weaponizing "protect the children" to erase our safe haven like AO3 and watch us suffer! #stopkosa #savespeech
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nice to see this related campaign from @fightforthefuture.org www.stoponlineidchecks.org/abortion/
ONLINE ID CHECKS CENSOR ABORTION INFO
www.stoponlineidchecks.org
December 5, 2025 at 7:15 PM
nice to see this related campaign from @fightforthefuture.org www.stoponlineidchecks.org/abortion/
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“In the South.. these proposals mimic arguments that you see behind book bans & laws that criminalize gender-affirming health care & abortion information” Our campaigner @sarahephilips.bsky.social breaks down the battle against online ID checks for @wired.com
www.wired.com/story/age-ve...
www.wired.com/story/age-ve...
The Age-Gated Internet Is Sweeping the US. Activists Are Fighting Back
Half of the country now requires age verification to watch porn or access “harmful” content. Digital rights advocates are pushing back against legislation they say will make the internet less safe.
www.wired.com
December 5, 2025 at 9:05 PM
“In the South.. these proposals mimic arguments that you see behind book bans & laws that criminalize gender-affirming health care & abortion information” Our campaigner @sarahephilips.bsky.social breaks down the battle against online ID checks for @wired.com
www.wired.com/story/age-ve...
www.wired.com/story/age-ve...
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#SaveSpeech
The House Committee Meeting was heavily in favor of these various censorship/surveillance bills
We need now, more than ever, to counter the rhetoric that these bills are "popular" and demand our reps oppose them!
www.congress.gov/members/find...
The House Committee Meeting was heavily in favor of these various censorship/surveillance bills
We need now, more than ever, to counter the rhetoric that these bills are "popular" and demand our reps oppose them!
www.congress.gov/members/find...
December 2, 2025 at 8:23 PM
#SaveSpeech
The House Committee Meeting was heavily in favor of these various censorship/surveillance bills
We need now, more than ever, to counter the rhetoric that these bills are "popular" and demand our reps oppose them!
www.congress.gov/members/find...
The House Committee Meeting was heavily in favor of these various censorship/surveillance bills
We need now, more than ever, to counter the rhetoric that these bills are "popular" and demand our reps oppose them!
www.congress.gov/members/find...
Copying this so I can pin it to my profile.
With SCREEN Act and KOSA on the legislative block this week, there couldn't be a better time for Fight's "Stop Online ID Checks" Week of Action.
Today's action: Share and sign the petition.
Find out more here: www.stoponlineidchecks.org
With SCREEN Act and KOSA on the legislative block this week, there couldn't be a better time for Fight's "Stop Online ID Checks" Week of Action.
Today's action: Share and sign the petition.
Find out more here: www.stoponlineidchecks.org
ONLINE ID CHECKS WILL RUIN THE INTERNET
www.stoponlineidchecks.org
December 1, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Copying this so I can pin it to my profile.
With SCREEN Act and KOSA on the legislative block this week, there couldn't be a better time for Fight's "Stop Online ID Checks" Week of Action.
Today's action: Share and sign the petition.
Find out more here: www.stoponlineidchecks.org
With SCREEN Act and KOSA on the legislative block this week, there couldn't be a better time for Fight's "Stop Online ID Checks" Week of Action.
Today's action: Share and sign the petition.
Find out more here: www.stoponlineidchecks.org
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🇪🇺Misleading headlines: #chatcontrol is not dead, it is being privatized! 🚨
EU governments voted today for:
🔍 Warrantless mass surveillance
🆔 Mandatory ID for everyone (End of anonymity)
🚫 Digital house arrest for teens
The fight continues! 👇 […]
[Original post on digitalcourage.social]
EU governments voted today for:
🔍 Warrantless mass surveillance
🆔 Mandatory ID for everyone (End of anonymity)
🚫 Digital house arrest for teens
The fight continues! 👇 […]
[Original post on digitalcourage.social]
November 26, 2025 at 5:26 PM
🇪🇺Misleading headlines: #chatcontrol is not dead, it is being privatized! 🚨
EU governments voted today for:
🔍 Warrantless mass surveillance
🆔 Mandatory ID for everyone (End of anonymity)
🚫 Digital house arrest for teens
The fight continues! 👇 […]
[Original post on digitalcourage.social]
EU governments voted today for:
🔍 Warrantless mass surveillance
🆔 Mandatory ID for everyone (End of anonymity)
🚫 Digital house arrest for teens
The fight continues! 👇 […]
[Original post on digitalcourage.social]
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If you believe in this work, the best way to support us is by signing up to become a monthly donor.
We've lost major funders in recent years because of our stance on KOSA and our vocal opposition to the genocide in Gaza.
We need principled donors.
www.fightforthefuture.org/donate?frequ...
We've lost major funders in recent years because of our stance on KOSA and our vocal opposition to the genocide in Gaza.
We need principled donors.
www.fightforthefuture.org/donate?frequ...
Donate
Donate We rely on donations from everyday people just like you to fund our strategic activism. Please make a recurring donation to our organization so we can continue to fight for your digital rights....
www.fightforthefuture.org
November 30, 2025 at 7:59 PM
If you believe in this work, the best way to support us is by signing up to become a monthly donor.
We've lost major funders in recent years because of our stance on KOSA and our vocal opposition to the genocide in Gaza.
We need principled donors.
www.fightforthefuture.org/donate?frequ...
We've lost major funders in recent years because of our stance on KOSA and our vocal opposition to the genocide in Gaza.
We need principled donors.
www.fightforthefuture.org/donate?frequ...
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we're going to have to do a lot more work in the coming months to stop attemps to ban or criminalize the use of VPNs
Missouri's age verification law goes into effect today. 🚫
📈 Searches for VPNs are spiking in the state.
🔐 People know these laws put their privacy and sensitive data at risk. They find ways to get around bad laws, like using VPNs or going to non-compliant websites that don't check age.
📈 Searches for VPNs are spiking in the state.
🔐 People know these laws put their privacy and sensitive data at risk. They find ways to get around bad laws, like using VPNs or going to non-compliant websites that don't check age.
Missouri to enforce mandatory age verification today
This is the latest US state to enforce age verification legislation
www.techradar.com
November 30, 2025 at 9:05 PM
we're going to have to do a lot more work in the coming months to stop attemps to ban or criminalize the use of VPNs
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If you’re confused about the difference between “age verification,” “age estimation,” “age assurance,” and “age gate” — you’re not alone. Let’s help you make sense of it all. www.eff.org/deeplinks/2...
Age Verification, Estimation, Assurance, Oh My! A Guide to the
Age verification, age assurance, age estimation, age gating—they get thrown around interchangeably, but they technically mean different things. And those differences matter a lot when we're talking
www.eff.org
November 30, 2025 at 2:59 PM
If you’re confused about the difference between “age verification,” “age estimation,” “age assurance,” and “age gate” — you’re not alone. Let’s help you make sense of it all. www.eff.org/deeplinks/2...
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Any identification issued by the government with a centralized database is a power imbalance that can only be enhanced with digital ID. The UK government must listen to people in the country and say no to digital ID.
www.eff.org/deeplinks/2...
www.eff.org/deeplinks/2...
The UK Has It Wrong on Digital ID. Here’s Why.
In late September, the United Kingdom’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his government’s plans to introduce a new digital ID scheme in the country to take effect before the end of the
www.eff.org
November 30, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Any identification issued by the government with a centralized database is a power imbalance that can only be enhanced with digital ID. The UK government must listen to people in the country and say no to digital ID.
www.eff.org/deeplinks/2...
www.eff.org/deeplinks/2...
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On 8 December, politicians in the UK will be debating a petition that reached almost 3 million signatories rejecting mandatory digital ID. If you’re based in the UK, contact your MP through Big Brother Watch’s tool to oppose the plans for a digital ID system. bigbrotherwatch.org.uk/campaigns/n...
No2DigitalID — Big Brother Watch
A national digital ID system is not inevitable. We can stop Britain sleepwalking into becoming a database state. Support our campaign to create a legal right to use non-digital ID!
bigbrotherwatch.org.uk
December 1, 2025 at 4:57 PM
On 8 December, politicians in the UK will be debating a petition that reached almost 3 million signatories rejecting mandatory digital ID. If you’re based in the UK, contact your MP through Big Brother Watch’s tool to oppose the plans for a digital ID system. bigbrotherwatch.org.uk/campaigns/n...
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With SCREEN Act and KOSA on the legislative block this week, there couldn't be a better time for Fight's "Stop Online ID Checks" Week of Action.
Today's action: Share and sign the petition.
Find out more here: www.stoponlineidchecks.org
Today's action: Share and sign the petition.
Find out more here: www.stoponlineidchecks.org
December 1, 2025 at 5:31 PM
With SCREEN Act and KOSA on the legislative block this week, there couldn't be a better time for Fight's "Stop Online ID Checks" Week of Action.
Today's action: Share and sign the petition.
Find out more here: www.stoponlineidchecks.org
Today's action: Share and sign the petition.
Find out more here: www.stoponlineidchecks.org
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@fightforthefuture.org is having a week of action against Age Verification and digital IDs too. You can sign petitions and call congressional members here. Please please please partake in it!!: fftf.link/WeekofAction
Stop Online ID Checks Week of Action
Stop Online ID Checks WEEK OF ACTION December 1-5 WHAT TO DO
fftf.link
December 1, 2025 at 5:37 PM
@fightforthefuture.org is having a week of action against Age Verification and digital IDs too. You can sign petitions and call congressional members here. Please please please partake in it!!: fftf.link/WeekofAction
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The House Energy and Commerce committee is holding a hearing TOMORROW DEC 2 on multiple "online safety" bills. It's a 19-package bill FILLED with age verification and censorship that they want to ram through and force on the American population.
WE CANNOT LET THEM
The House Energy and Commerce committee is holding a hearing TOMORROW DEC 2 on multiple "online safety" bills. It's a 19-package bill FILLED with age verification and censorship that they want to ram through and force on the American population.
WE CANNOT LET THEM
December 1, 2025 at 5:33 PM
🚨🚨🚨
The House Energy and Commerce committee is holding a hearing TOMORROW DEC 2 on multiple "online safety" bills. It's a 19-package bill FILLED with age verification and censorship that they want to ram through and force on the American population.
WE CANNOT LET THEM
The House Energy and Commerce committee is holding a hearing TOMORROW DEC 2 on multiple "online safety" bills. It's a 19-package bill FILLED with age verification and censorship that they want to ram through and force on the American population.
WE CANNOT LET THEM
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While KOSA has taken up much of the attention in kids online safety discussions, a bill mandating app stores conduct age verification has been sweeping states and Congress. It will be discussed at tomorrow's House hearing, and just picked up Pinterest as a supporter www.theverge.com/policy/83087...
A nationwide internet age verification plan is sweeping Congress
The bill takes aim at Apple and Google’s app stores.
www.theverge.com
December 1, 2025 at 3:45 PM
While KOSA has taken up much of the attention in kids online safety discussions, a bill mandating app stores conduct age verification has been sweeping states and Congress. It will be discussed at tomorrow's House hearing, and just picked up Pinterest as a supporter www.theverge.com/policy/83087...
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This week, @fightforthefuture.org is encouraging folks to sign petitions + encourage lawmakers to stop Online ID checks (an invasion of privacy and threatens our internet under the guise "child safety"). Do your part! #stopageverification #stoponlineidchecks
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Stop Online ID Checks Week of Action
Stop Online ID Checks WEEK OF ACTION December 1-5 WHAT TO DO
www.fightforthefuture.org
December 1, 2025 at 4:27 PM
This week, @fightforthefuture.org is encouraging folks to sign petitions + encourage lawmakers to stop Online ID checks (an invasion of privacy and threatens our internet under the guise "child safety"). Do your part! #stopageverification #stoponlineidchecks
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As I mentioned in a blog post on Sunday, November 30, KOSA, SCREEN and all other bills like it do absolutely nothing to protect children.
All these bills are designed to do one thing and one thing only: completely destroy the US Constitution.
All these bills are designed to do one thing and one thing only: completely destroy the US Constitution.
December 1, 2025 at 3:30 PM
As I mentioned in a blog post on Sunday, November 30, KOSA, SCREEN and all other bills like it do absolutely nothing to protect children.
All these bills are designed to do one thing and one thing only: completely destroy the US Constitution.
All these bills are designed to do one thing and one thing only: completely destroy the US Constitution.
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It would be great if my senator @kim.senate.gov wouldn’t support the erasure and eradication of LGBTQ+ people but unfortunately he does if he continues to support KOSA
🚨‼️As of yesterday KOSA is at 64 cosponsors with @vanhollen.senate.gov + @kim.senate.gov - who claim to support LGTBQ+ rights but are clearly okay with supporting legislation that’ll censor us off the internet- newly signed on.
You know what to do: www.stopkosa.com
You know what to do: www.stopkosa.com
December 1, 2025 at 3:21 PM
It would be great if my senator @kim.senate.gov wouldn’t support the erasure and eradication of LGBTQ+ people but unfortunately he does if he continues to support KOSA
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C'mon @vanhollen.senate.gov , you're smarter than this. Don't fall for their sneaky attempt to ban LGBTQs from the internet.
🚨‼️As of yesterday KOSA is at 64 cosponsors with @vanhollen.senate.gov + @kim.senate.gov - who claim to support LGTBQ+ rights but are clearly okay with supporting legislation that’ll censor us off the internet- newly signed on.
You know what to do: www.stopkosa.com
You know what to do: www.stopkosa.com
December 1, 2025 at 3:00 PM
C'mon @vanhollen.senate.gov , you're smarter than this. Don't fall for their sneaky attempt to ban LGBTQs from the internet.
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The KOSA hearing is tomorrow. I will be covering it live starting at 10:15 EST
🚨‼️As of yesterday KOSA is at 64 cosponsors with @vanhollen.senate.gov + @kim.senate.gov - who claim to support LGTBQ+ rights but are clearly okay with supporting legislation that’ll censor us off the internet- newly signed on.
You know what to do: www.stopkosa.com
You know what to do: www.stopkosa.com
December 1, 2025 at 2:58 PM
The KOSA hearing is tomorrow. I will be covering it live starting at 10:15 EST