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religion-is-a-mental-illness · 14 days

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THE eSAFETY PROBLEM

The eSafety Commisioner holds office under the Online Safety Act 2021. This world-first attempt at regulating the internet has instead been a disaster for Australians and our international reputation.

Whilst the Online Safety Act 2021 was supposed to have safeguards protecting political expression, the Commissioner has been able to entirely circumvent them. Her office has acted in a partisan manner pursuing political vendettas. It is time to put an end to this failed experiment.

Commonly asked questions

Q. What is the Online Safety Act 2021?

The Online Safety Act is the primary legislation that governs the 'eSafety Commissioner'. It provides a range of powers that allow for content to be ordered to be removed from the internet.

Q. What has gone wrong with the Online Safety Act 2021?

In short, it has been misused. Rather than protecting the public, the eSafety Commissioner has engaged in removing material for political purposes. People who have been genuinely subject to abuse have not been protected, whilst her office has waged political crusades. The result has been to undermine Australian democracy and damage Australia's international reputation.

Q. The Online Safety Act 2021 has safeguards? Surely they could stop this?

Unfortunately, with these types of powers, the safeguards are easily avoided. The Commissioner fails to give notice to all the affected people, thus limiting challenges. Her office also simply ignores many of the constraints in the legislation, including the requirement that she is not entitled to intervene with the implied freedom of political communication.

Q. Who is behind this petition?

The Free Speech Union of Australia. We exist to protect and promote Freedom of Expression for all Australians. To find out more, follow our Twitter feed, or visit our website, where you can join us.

Q. What will happen with signatures?

We will deliver a list of names and postcodes to Parliament in due course. Your email address information will only be known to the Free Speech Union of Australia.

Further questions about the eSafety Commissioner

Q. Doesn't eSafety keep people safe on the internet? Why would you abolish them?

The claims that the eSafety Commissioner is effective at keeping people safe on the internet is a myth. They have issued very few formal notices. For children, she issued a grand total of 13 notices in the space of a year, which were letters to School Principal's telling them to stop particular children bullying others.

The 'informal' investigations are also ineffective. It is easier to report directly to platforms, rather than contacting the eSafety Commissioner. Here's an illustration.

Q. Hang on, the eSafety Commissioner says that they do ten's of thousands of investigations a year? Is that true?

It depends what you consider to be an 'investigation'. If reading a report saying a post is 'bad' and taking a few minutes to decide if that complaint is justified counts as an investigation, then the Commissioner is right.

The truth is that this activity is done millions of times a day by each social media provider, when they moderate posts, one can see the scale in the European Union's own database. On that basis, we would say the the eSafety Commissioner is considerably exaggerating what they do.

Q. How is the eSafety Commissioner a threat to the internet and democracy?

Her approach is authoritarian. You don't need to take our word for it. The Electronic Frontier Foundation has said that the injunction she sought "set[s] a dangerous precedent that could legitimise practices of authoritarian governments, which do not fully value the rights to freedom of speech and access to information."

They also noted that her approach risks "a fragmented and splintered internet, undermining freedom of expression and access to information worldwide".

In the XCorp proceedings, she has also been alleged to exceed her jurisdiction, in other words, purport to exercise legal powers she does not have. We are also aware of her failing to give end users notice of their appeal rights (thus making it impossible for them to challenge). This makes her conduct even more worrying.

Q. How can we keep children safer on the internet without the eSafety Commissioner?

There are many answers. It starts with parental responsibility and controlling the use of devices. For example, it is possible for parents to take steps to keep children away from social media, or limiting access at the device level.

The idea that an eSafety Commissioner will help by taking down content is untrue. In respect of genuine abuse, existing platforms have very powerful incentives. Advertisers do not wish to see their content next to porn, or genuine cyber-abuse. Unfortunately, the eSafety Commissioner spends their days targeting other material, including lawful political speech.

If there is a need for the issue of take down notices, then this should be done judicially, following a professional process. For example, New Zealand's process has the safeguard of requiring this to be done with a judicial officer involved, as well as a technology expert to advise on appropriate action. Australia has one unaccountable person attempting to do this, namely the eSafety Commissioner.

Q. What is happening in the X case that is currently before the Federal Court of Australia?

The eSafety Commissioner obtained an temporary injunction seeking to enforce its original notice to take down a video of Mar Mari Emmanuel. X have challenged this injunction, as well as the underlying notice.

The legal arguments primarily concern:

What content the eSafety Commissioner is entitled to ban as likely being 'Refused Classification' content.

What steps are 'reasonable' for X to take the material unavailable to Australians.

Whether there was a valid notice to begin with.

We expect these arguments and the parties positions will evolve throughout the case.

Q. What is the main difference between X's case and Billboard Chris's case?

They are under different sections of the Act. In X's case, the Commissioner claimed it was due to the video likely being 'RC' (or Refused Classification) rated content, and thus should be taken down. The main error is that it is unlikely to meet that standard.

In Billboard Chris's case, the claim is that it was 'adult cyber abuse', namely content targeted at an individual (Teddy Cook), with a view towards causing him serious psychological harm. The main legal error is that the removal notice was aimed at material that does not meet the statutory definition of adult cyber abuse. It was not targeted at an Australian adult and was a relatively mild political statement. There was nothing obscene or violent about it.

As it does not meet the statutory definition, the Commissioner simply had no jurisdiction to issue the notice.

Q. What does X's case and Billboard Chris's case have in common?

They reflect the same conduct of the eSafety Commissioner in exceeding her jurisdiction and misunderstanding her powers. They also both illustrate the risks of setting up an eSafety Commissioner and giving one person the purported power to police the internet.

Australia's "eSafety Commissioner" is a known disgruntled ex-Twitter employee with an authoritarian streak, who has a vendetta against Elon Musk, and is abusing her unnecessary position to wage her personal war.

If you're an Australian and care about free speech and opposing censorship, sign the petition from the Free Speech Union of Australia.

#Free Speech Union of Australia #Australia #Free Speech Union #Julie Inman Grant #censorship #eSafety Commissioner #free speech #freedom of speech #internet censorship #authoritarianism #religion is a mental illness

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Anne Rice's Mayfair Witches (Season review) | Bright Ideas, Little Follow Through

I guess I'm ready to talk about #MayfairWitches I'm glad for the 2nd season renewal let's just hope for a fresh start. #AnneRicesMayfairWitches #LivesOfTheMayfairWitches #AnneRice #AMCPlus

Mayfair Witches is the second TV show in the Immortal Universe that AMC is building around Anne Rice‘s books – Interview With The Vampire was the first. This show is based on the novel trilogy Lives of the Mayfair Witches and was created by Esta Spalding (The Last Letter from Your Lover) and Michelle Ashford (Operation Mincemeat, Masters of Sex), but this season roughly covers The Witching Hour.…

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#the great awakening #war is real #ncswic

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From police black to prisoner orange......

Dylan Brice Ellis, South Carolina inmate 382236, born 1996, incarceration intake January 2020 at age 23, scheduled for release June 2035

Arson, Attempted Murder

In August 2018, a South Carolina sheriff’s deputy was accused of setting fire to the house where his ex-girlfriend’s family was sleeping.

The August 23, 2018 fire destroyed the home, but smoke detectors are credited with saving the four people inside, including children ages 9 and 15, according to media reports.

Dylan Brice Ellis, 22, of Boiling Springs, faced four charges of attempted murder and one charge of third degree arson, according to Spartanburg County jail records.

He was fired by the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office on August 30, after investigators linked him to the August 23 arson in Inman.

Ellis had been with the department 15 months. Ellis, who worked as a jailer, was accused of setting the home on fire at 4 a.m. while a mother, her two children and a second woman were inside asleep.

He confessed to the criminal acts during questioning. “The incident appeared to be motivated by feelings for an ex-girlfriend,” according to Sheriff Chuck Wright.

Evidence appears to indicate that Ellis’ ex-girlfriend did not live at the home, but she is related to the four who escaped.

Bail was not granted upon his initial arrest. He remained in local custody for more than 18 months before being transferred to control of State Department of Corrections.

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Australia and Elon Musk have escalated their war of words over censorship after an Australian court ordered social media platform X to remove footage of a church stabbing. An Australian judge on Monday (April 22) ruled that X must block users worldwide from accessing videos of a knife attack on an Assyrian Christian bishop in Sydney after the country’s internet watchdog sought an injunction. The Federal Court in Sydney granted the temporary global ban after X had said it would challenge eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant’s notice to remove posts related to last week’s attack on Mar Mari Emmanuel.

#tech news #elon musk #world news #australia #censorship

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Just in time for May 3 being World Press Freedom Day a story about the Australian government warning women for correctly sexing a man

An Australian woman was reported to police after making posts on social media about a male who identifies as transgender participating in the women’s football league. Kirralie Smith was visited by New South Wales Police after speaking to media about Riley Dennis, a trans activist who had been the subject of mass complaint last month after reportedly injuring female players.

Police visited Smith on March 30 and handed her an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) requiring that she does not discuss or approach Dennis – despite the fact that Smith lives over 200 miles from Dennis. The AVO acts as an interim order that will stand until a hearing later this month, at which point the court will decide whether it is justified.

Smith, a spokeswoman with an organization established to combat gender ideology, has been a vocal critic regarding gender self-identification in sports. Earlier this year, Smith mobilized supporters to participate in an email campaign that resulted in a total of over 12,000 complaints being submitted to authorities at Football New South Wales (FNSW). The complaints were largely related to Dennis, who is alleged to have injured female players at a match in March.

Speaking with Reduxx, Smith explained that she believed the AVO was carried out in response to social media posts she had made specifically highlighting Dennis’ participation in women’s competitions.

Included among the stipulations of the AVO lodged against Smith by Dennis are prohibitions against electronic harassment. As a result, her statements on social media have come under legal scrutiny and, in some cases, have been censored by an arm of the Australian government dedicated to combatting “cyber abuse.”

On February 20, Smith’s public Facebook page was removed at the request of Australia’s eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant. Smith had set up the page in 2016 and used the platform to advocate for the rights of women and girls being harmed by gender identity policies. At the time of its deletion, Smith’s page had over 47,000 followers.

Smith expressed her shock and incredulity at the situation. If the court decides that the AVO is justified and that she has taken actions which breach the order, Smith could potentially have criminal charges leveled against her. However, she emphasized that she has received an outpouring of support. “One good thing to come out of these difficulties is the way it draws women together. It isn’t about left or right, ethnicity or anything else. We are women and I now get to call some friends that I otherwise wouldn’t. Beauty from ashes,” Smith says.

The actions taken against Smith by eSafety Commissioner Grant are not the first instances of a government-endorsed push to digitally protect Dennis.

Last week, Reduxx was contacted by the eSafety Commissioner and advised to censor or delete an article naming Dennis as having been the subject of complaint after he was alleged to have injured female players during a match in March.

In the article targeted by the eSafety Commissioner, Reduxx had revealed that Dennis was one of as many as five trans-identified male players currently competing against women in Football New South Wales competitions. An initial report from The Daily Mail Australia had chosen not to identify him when reporting on the injuries he was alleged to have caused, censoring images of him and declining to provide his name. However, Reduxx confirmed the player’s identity using the censored images from The Daily Mail Australia report and cross-referencing them to Dennis’ social media.

Dennis was a popular trans activist YouTuber who amassed 113,000 subscribers on the platform. He has since stopped creating content but, during the height of his internet career, he received backlash for a controversial video in which he called “genital preferences” transphobic.

The video, titled Your Dating ‘Preferences’ Might Be Discriminatory and released in 2017, prompted outrage from lesbians who felt Dennis was attempting to guilt them into having sexual relationships with males.

In the video, Dennis, who identifies as a “transgender lesbian,” implied that sexual orientation is caused by societal prejudices and that it is discriminatory to exclude members of the opposite sex from your dating preferences if you are homosexual. Dennis deleted the video following widespread criticism.

In addition to Smith and Reduxx, pro-woman Reddit alternative Ovarit also received a censorship notice from the eSafety Commissioner.

Ovarit posted the full contents of the email they had received to their platform. Amongst the grievances the eSafety Commissioner listed, Ovarit was warned because its users had “referred to Riley Dennis’ first name as ‘Rapey’ instead of “Riley” and have referred to her surname as ‘Penis’ instead of ‘Dennis.'”

The eSafety Commissioner targeted individual Ovarit users in its email to the platform, and appears to be demanding the users either have their comments deleted or be suspended. The email ends: “Notwithstanding this request for removal, eSafety reserves the option of exercising our regulatory options under the Online Safety Act 2021 (Cth).”

In addition to the censorship experienced by Smith, Reduxx, and Ovarit, concerned citizens and parents who have been participating in online discussions of Football New South Wales’ (FNSW) gender self-identification policy have been sent threatening “notices” urging them to remove social media posts.

A community that opposes the admission of males into female sports categories has congregated at the Facebook-based NSW NPL Banter Page.

A representative for the page spoke anonymously with Reduxx to confirm that there had been multiple reports from concerned individuals that the sporting authority had been warning critics that they may be “sanctioned” for their comments and posts on social media.

The NSW NPL Banter administrator was also sent an email notification of an “investigation” that FNSW claims to have opened into posts and comments made on the page. It stated that, according to 2023 FNSW’s Social Media Policy, a member of the organization “must not make public or media comment (including via social media) which is detrimental to Football New South Wales, Football Australia, their commercial partners or to the interests of the game.”

The message specified two posts which depicted “a participant with a phallus photoshopped onto their body” alongside the word “unacceptable” as evidence to support the investigation. It was further stated that comments considered subject to removal include those which “criticize” Football NSW, members or participants, or its policies.

The page’s creator also told Reduxx that, despite several attempts to share the article naming Dennis as a man playing on a women’s team, such posts were repeatedly deleted.

“We had put the article up on our Facebook page and it was deleted three times – after we had successfully challenged its removal two times previously,” the administrator said.

In the past few months, the page has published several posts critical of FNSW’s policy allowing men to compete against women. Though some have remained, many have been removed.

“Biological adult males and it’s not just one, it is several, are playing in NSW women’s state league competitions, which contain teenage girls and young women. Shame on those clubs, who have discarded any morals they might have had, just to sign these things, so as to be able to win, where’s the dignity? You put winning above respect for the competition,” the NSW NPL Banter Page wrote in a now-deleted post last month.

Responses to posts made on the page are overwhelmingly sympathetic to women and girls being forced to compete against men.

“I feel sorry for our young women who are at increased risk of injury and losing opportunities,” read one comment.

Referring specifically to Dennis, another concerned respondent said: “He put two girls in hospital and has scored 9 goals. What a joke.”

“The women who play this sport deserve better than playing with full grown adult men who have transitioned into women… This is cheating at the highest level and it angers me to my core,” said another commenter.

The issue of locker rooms was also brought up, as one woman replied, “What happens to a minor age female who is in the change room with a biologically born male in a senior team? Who is responsible for the duty of care toward those girls both on and off the field?”

On March 31, in response to demands from parents to ban trans-identified males from women’s matches for FNSW, Football Australia doubled down by announcing it would be developing a “transgender and gender-diverse high performance inclusion policy.”

The policy states that Football Australia intends to “deliver LGBTQI+ training and support resources to the football community” by way of a partnership with activist group Pride in Sport. “The aim of this training will be to provide the Australian Football community with a greater understanding of the lived experience of LGBTQI+ communities and their participation in sport,” the statement read.

On April 6, an individual who identifies himself as a referee stated in a forum dedicated to discussing Youth Football matches in the region that members of Football NSW were sent an email announcing an LGBTQ+ Online Training Session to be held the following week.

By Genevieve Gluck

Genevieve is the Co-Founder of Reduxx, and the outlet's Chief Investigative Journalist with a focused interest in pornography, sexual predators, and fetish subcultures. She is the creator of the podcast Women's Voices, which features news commentary and interviews regarding women's rights.

#May 3 #World Press Freedom Day #australia #New South Wales #Kirralie Smith Spoke the truth #Football New South Wales (FNSW)#Apprehended Violence Order (AVO)#Calling a man a man is now cyber abuse #ESafety Commissioner #Facebook #Reduxx #It’s the Your Dating ‘Preferences’ Might Be Discriminatory guy #Ovarit #The Australian government may not be able to tell a man from a woman but they know who to censor

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"The WEF has also raised alarms with their broad economic program — what they call the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Essentially they’re looking at the speed of technological development and calling for governments and tech companies to partner together proactively to enact what they call ‘safety measures’.

"For example, they’re promoting an initiative called Safety By Design to regulate hate speech, disinformation/misinformation, and so-called conspiracy content.

“I think we're going to have to think about a recalibration of a whole range of human rights that are playing out online,” Julie Inman Grant, a member of the WEF’s Global Coalition for Digital Safety, said. “From freedom of speech to the freedom to be free from online violence.”

#oh yes this will go over so well #WEF #DAVOS

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Neighborhood Gems: Unveiling Atlanta's Hidden Neighborhoods

Atlanta, the bustling capital of Georgia, is a city that thrives on diversity. Beyond the well-known tourist hotspots and the glitz of the downtown core, a treasure trove of unique neighborhoods awaits exploration. Here at Chimpre Real Estate Group, your trusted Atlanta real estate partner, we're passionate about connecting people with the perfect place to call home. In this blog post, we'll unveil some of Atlanta's hidden gems, offering a glimpse into their distinct personalities and charm.

Grant Park: Where History Meets Nature

Nestled southeast of downtown Atlanta, Grant Park is a haven for history buffs and nature enthusiasts. This vibrant neighborhood is named after the iconic Grant Park, one of the largest urban green spaces in the United States. The park boasts the Atlanta Zoo, the breathtaking Civil War Cyclorama, and serene walking paths, perfect for escaping the city buzz. Victorian-style homes lining the streets add to the historic charm of Grant Park. Grant Park might be your perfect Atlanta niche if you're seeking a blend of natural beauty, rich history, and a strong sense of community. Homes for sale in Atlanta within Grant Park can be found on the MLS – be sure to connect with a Chimpre Real Estate Group realtor to navigate your search!

East Atlanta Village: A Burst of Artistic Energy

Craving a neighborhood pulsating with an eclectic vibe? Look no further than East Atlanta Village, which is fondly referred to as EAV by locals. This quirky enclave boasts a thriving artistic scene, with independent art galleries, vintage shops, and trendy restaurants lining the streets. Live music venues and dive bars contribute to the energetic atmosphere, attracting a young and creative crowd. EAV offers a mix of affordable bungalows and converted lofts, making it a popular choice for young professionals and those seeking a vibrant lifestyle. Chimpre Real Estate Group's Atlanta realtors can assist you in exploring homes for sale in Atlanta within EAV and other trendy neighborhoods.

Kirkwood: A Family-Friendly Haven

Seeking a charming neighborhood with a strong sense of community? Kirkwood, situated on Atlanta's east side, might be your ideal fit. Tree-lined streets with a mix of historic bungalows and new construction homes create a picturesque backdrop for family life. Kirkwood Park offers a playground, a community pool, and ample green space for picnics and outdoor activities. The neighborhood boasts excellent public schools and a variety of family-friendly restaurants. Homes for sale in Atlanta within Kirkwood are a great option for families seeking a safe and nurturing environment—partner with Chimpre Real Estate Group to find your perfect family home in this sought-after neighborhood.

Cabbagetown: From Industrial Past to Trendy Future

Once a bustling industrial hub, Cabbagetown has undergone a remarkable transformation. This revitalized neighborhood offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern sophistication. Converted warehouses now house trendy art galleries, upscale restaurants, and expensive lofts. Cobblestone streets and the iconic water tower add to the neighborhood's distinct character. While homes for sale in Atlanta within Cabbagetown might skew slightly higher due to its trendy appeal, it offers an exciting and vibrant lifestyle for young professionals and urban dwellers.

Inman Park: Victorian Elegance with Modern Flair

Brimming with Victorian-era architecture, Inman Park offers a glimpse into Atlanta's historic past. Grand old homes with meticulously restored details line the streets, exuding an undeniable elegance. However, Inman Park isn't stuck in the past. The neighborhood boasts a thriving restaurant scene, from cozy cafes to Michelin-starred establishments. Boutique shops and art galleries add to the neighborhood's charm. Homes for sale in Atlanta within Inman Park are a great choice for those who appreciate historic architecture and a vibrant social scene.

Unveiling Your Atlanta Dream with Chimpre Real Estate Group

Atlanta's hidden neighborhoods offer a diverse range of personalities and lifestyles. Whether you crave a vibrant artistic scene, a family-friendly haven, or a slice of history, there's a perfect pocket waiting to be discovered. Chimpre Real Estate Group, your trusted Atlanta real estate partner, is here to guide you through the journey. Our Atlanta realtors possess an intimate understanding of the city's diverse neighborhoods and can help you find a place that aligns with your needs and budget. We'll leverage the MLS to find the perfect property for you, and our expert negotiation skills will ensure you get a fair price.

FAQs: Exploring Atlanta's Neighborhoods

Q: What are some factors to consider when choosing a neighborhood in Atlanta?

A: When choosing a neighborhood, consider your lifestyle preferences, budget, commute needs, and desired amenities. Do you crave a vibrant nightlife or a quiet, family-friendly atmosphere? How important is access to public transportation? Chimpre Real Estate Group's Atlanta realtors can help you weigh these factors and find the perfect fit.

Q: Is it safe to live in Atlanta's neighborhoods?

A: Like any major city, Atlanta has areas with higher and lower crime rates. Our Atlanta realtors can provide safety information for specific neighborhoods and guide you toward areas that align with your comfort level.

Q: How can I get involved in my Atlanta neighborhood?

A: Most Atlanta neighborhoods have active homeowner associations or community groups. These groups often organize events and activities, providing a great way to connect with your neighbors and get involved in the community.

Q: What are some of the best resources for learning more about Atlanta's neighborhoods?

A: Chimpre Real Estate Group is a valuable resource! We possess a wealth of knowledge about Atlanta's neighborhoods and can provide insights and recommendations. Additionally, online resources like the City of Atlanta website and local community blogs can offer valuable information.

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Langston University (LU) is a public land-grant HBCU in Langston, Oklahoma. It is the only HBCU in the state. Though located in a rural setting 10 miles east of Guthrie, Langston serves an urban mission, with University Centers in both Tulsa and Oklahoma City, and a nursing program in Ardmore. The university is a member school of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund.

The school was founded on March 12, 1897, and was known as the Oklahoma Colored Agricultural and Normal University. From 1898 to 1916 its president was Inman E. Page. Langston University was created as a result of the second Morrill Act in 1890. The law required states with land-grant colleges (such as Oklahoma State University, then known as Oklahoma A&M) to either admit African Americans or provide an alternative school for them to attend as a condition of receiving federal funds. The university was renamed Langston University in 1941 in honor of John Mercer Langston (1829–1897), civil rights pioneer, first African-American member of Congress from Virginia, founder of the Howard University Law School, and American consul-general to Haiti.

Through the years, Langston University has developed slowly but surely. Some of the most serious problems have been political influences, financial stress, and lack of adequate space and equipment. During the 1960s, the campus underwent a complete makeover. New buildings appeared, and additions were made to the library and auditorium.

Poet Melvin B. Tolson taught at Langston (1947-64). Tolson was portrayed by Denzel Washington in the film The Great Debaters.

In August 2021, university President Kent J. Smith Jr. announced the university would use COVID-19 relief money to forgive the debt of students enrolled between spring 2020 and summer 2021, forgiving $4.65 million in student debt. #africanhistory365 #africanexcellence #hbcu

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Discover Your Dream Home: Homes for Sale in Atlanta, USA

Exploring Homes for Sale in Atlanta: Your Ultimate Guide

Welcome to Atlanta, where vibrant city life meets charming neighborhoods! If you're looking for your dream home in this bustling metropolis, you've come to the right place. In this blog, we'll take you on a virtual tour of Atlanta's diverse housing market and share some helpful tips for finding the perfect place to call home. Let's dive in!

Atlanta's Neighborhood Gems

Atlanta is known for its diverse neighborhoods, each with its unique character and appeal. From the historic charm of Grant Park to the trendy vibes of Midtown, there's something for everyone. Let's explore some popular neighborhoods:

✅ Buckhead: Upscale and luxurious, Buckhead offers high-end living, fantastic shopping, and a vibrant nightlife scene.

✅ Decatur: Known for its tree-lined streets and cozy atmosphere, Decatur is a haven for families and offers a tight-knit community vibe.

✅ Inman Park: This inner neighborhood buzzes with energy, with a mix of Victorian-era homes, trendy restaurants, and indie boutiques.

The Atlanta Housing Market

Before diving into your search for a new home, it's essential to understand Atlanta's current housing market trends. The market has been competitive, with low inventory and rising prices, but with the right strategy, you'll certainly find your dream home.

✅ Home Styles: Atlanta offers an array of architectural styles, from elegant Craftsman and Mid-Century Modern to stately Colonials and contemporary condos.

✅ Housing Affordability: While prices have risen, Atlanta still offers more affordable housing options compared to many other major U.S. cities.

Navigating the Home Search Process

Finding the perfect home requires a well-structured plan. Here are some useful tips to make your home search in Homes for Sale in Atlanta a breeze:

✅ Identify Your Needs: Determine your desired location, budget, number of bedrooms, and other essential features to narrow down your search.

✅ Partner with a Realtor: Enlist the services of a reputable real estate agent who specializes in the Atlanta market. They can provide valuable guidance and access to off-market listings.

✅ Attend Open Houses and Virtual Tours: Take advantage of open houses or virtual tours to get a feel for different properties before making a final decision.

✅ Research Neighborhood Amenities: Consider nearby schools, parks, public transportation options, and local amenities that align with your lifestyle preferences.

Making Your Move to Atlanta

Congratulations! You've found your dream Homes for Sale in Atlanta. Once you're ready to make the move, here are some practical tips to ensure a smooth transition:

✅ Hire Professional Movers: Seek recommendations and hire experienced movers to handle the logistics of your move efficiently.

✅ Set Up Utilities and Services: Arrange for utilities, internet, and any other necessary services to be activated before your move-in date.

✅ Explore Your New City: Get excited about all the incredible things Atlanta has to offer! Discover local attractions, restaurants, and events to start feeling at home in your new community.

Congratulations! You're now equipped with valuable insights for your home search in Atlanta. With its vibrant neighborhoods and fantastic housing options, you're sure to find the perfect place to call home. Good luck on your house-hunting journey!

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By: Brendan O'Neill

Published: Apr 25, 2024

I’m in Australia at the moment, which means I am bound by Australian law. If I do something here that this great democratic nation has decreed to be a crime, I’m in hot water. And rightly so. Yet when I jet back to Britain in a week’s time, that will no longer be the case, right? Surely no Aussie lawmaker, no Aussie cop, no Aussie bureaucrat will enjoy jurisdiction over the behaviour of this free Brit some 10,000 miles away? Actually, they might, if Australia’s ‘eSafety commissioner’ has her way.

Australia’s top thoughtcop – let’s call a spade a spade – is one Julie Inman Grant. She has the power under the Online Safety Act 2021 to demand the removal of ‘Class 1 material’ from the internet. That’s anything that depicts ‘revolting or abhorrent phenomena [that] offend against the standards of morality, decency and propriety’. The vast bulk of what gets wiped off the web is child porn. Sometimes clips of violence are culled, too. Right now, Ms Inman Grant is seeking to excise a video of a stabbing. But here’s the twist: she doesn’t only want to block Aussie eyes from seeing it, but everyone’s eyes. Everyone in the world. All of us. Tyrant much?

The clip shows the horrible assault on the Assyrian bishop, Mar Mari Emmanuel. He was stabbed in his church in Sydney on 15 April allegedly by a teenage boy yelling ‘Allahu Akbar’. Emmanuel suffered grisly injuries but survived. The livestream of his sermon captured the stabbing and inevitably, it went viral. Ms Inman Grant has instructed both X (formerly Twitter) and Meta (owner of Facebook and Instagram) to take the clip down – everywhere. Meta has complied, but X has pushed back, on the sound basis that the Oz government should not get to dictate what every soul on Earth may see.

Elon Musk, boss of X and scourge of censors, has actually kind of complied with the commissioner’s instructions. He’s ‘geoblocked’ tweets that show the stabbing, meaning people in Oz can’t see them. Job done: Aussie censors don’t want Aussie folk watching this clip, and now they can’t. But that’s not good enough for Australia’s overlords of online safety. Australians could still use a VPN – a Virtual Private Network – to trick the internet into thinking they’re somewhere other than Australia and thus see the clip. So, they say, X must erase it everywhere, in every territory, for every population.

It is a truly extraordinary demand. Even the coverage in Musk-sceptical media outlets cannot help but capture the chilling nature of this act of global censorship. The eSafety commissioner is furious that clips of the stabbing are ‘still accessible globally’, reports the Guardian. She expects her rulings to ‘cover overseas content’ as well as Aussie content, says the ABC. In short, this local bureaucrat lusts after global power. She seeks dominion over all earthlings. You feel like you’ve wandered into Oceania.

Imagine the precedent it will set if the eSafety commissioner wins out over X (they’re currently warring in court). Might other governments likewise demand the global obliteration of social-media clips they consider offensive? Perhaps the Chinese government will instruct platforms everywhere to take down clips of violence from Tiananmen Square in 1989 – you know, to keep Chinese citizens ‘safe’ from such politically troublesome images. Maybe Iran will issue takedown orders for clips of its revolutionary guards visiting their theocratic violence on anti-hijab protesters. Giving local functionaries global power is a recipe for tyranny.

Fragile officialdom has long argued that the worldwide web threatens national sovereignty. This Wild West of content might infect our citizens’ hearts and minds with vile stuff, they say. And so they erect great firewalls to keep it out. And yet, the Oz v Musk case suggests it’s the web-wary censors of the 21st-century technocracy who are the true menace to democracy. Australia’s haughty insistence that a vid be erased everywhere shows staggering disregard for the laws and norms of other nations. It would make us the colonial subjects of an eSafety commissioner on the other side of the world. Our eyes would be covered by the long arm of Aussie bureaucracy. It is unnatural, irrational and unjust for any government to presume the authority to control what the citizens of other nations may see and say.

Call me a cynic, but I don’t believe the Aussie government cares all that much about this one video. Apart from anything else, huge numbers of Australians have seen it already – and they didn’t morally collapse as a consequence. Also, Bishop Emmanuel himself has said the video should not be taken down – surely his opinion counts? No, it seems to me that officialdom Down Under is exploiting this awful incident to try to clip the wings of social media, to bring to heel these platforms that are notoriously difficult to control. This spat is a Trojan Horse through which a government hopes to restore its censorial authority over modern media and us, its allegedly fragile users.

Witness the speed with which this clash morphed into a bigger discussion about the supposed scourge of unfettered speech online. They’re now arguing over ‘misinformation’. Australian PM Anthony Albanese thundered: ‘I find it extraordinary that X chose not to comply and are trying to argue their case… Australians want misinformation and disinformation to stop.’ What is he wittering on about? This clip is not ‘misinformation’. It shows a real event, that really happened.

That Australia’s rulers flit with such ease from blather about keeping people ‘safe’ from violent content to handwringing over ‘misinformation’ exposes their true motivation – not the protection of citizens from ‘harm’ but the protection of officialdom itself from images and ideas that make it feel uncomfortable. In this case, it seems pretty clear that the allegedly Islamist nature of the attack is a key factor in the government’s desire to memory-hole footage of it. They don’t want Australians having an open, frank discussion about radical Islam and the social disarray it springs from. Hide the video, stop the debate.

The very idea of an eSafety commissioner should horrify all who love liberty. It is not government’s job to keep us ‘safe’ from images and ideas. It is its job to keep us safe from threats and violence, but they’re often so busy policing words that they forget to police crime. The idea that every human being’s right to see an image of a suspected terror attack must be revoked in order to protect the feelings of some people in Australia is the definition of authoritarianism. Global freedom sacrificed at the altar of presumed sensitivity. Musk must prevail in his war with Australia’s bureaucracy.

BTW, Julie Inman Grant is a disgruntled ex-Twitter employee who has had it out for Twitter for years, long before Elon Musk took it over. She has a visceral authoritarian streak, seeking to use her overpaid position and un-elected power-grab to do to Twitter/X from afar what she couldn't do from within the first time around.

#Brendan O'Neill #Elon Musk #X #Twitter #censorship #Australia #Julie Inman Grant #authoritarianism #woke authoritarianism #Mar Mari Emmanuel #islam #islamic violence #jihad #free speech #freedom of speech #religion is a mental illness

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SYDNEY, Oct 16 (Reuters) - An Australian regulator has fined Elon Musk's social media platform X A$610,500 ($386,000) for failing to cooperate with a probe into anti-child abuse practices, a blow to a company that has struggled to keep advertisers amid complaints it is going soft on moderating content.

The e-Safety Commission fined X, the platform Musk rebranded from Twitter, saying it failed to respond to questions including how long it took to respond to reports of child abuse material on the platform and the methods it used to detect it.

Though small compared to the $44 billion Musk paid for the website in October 2022, the fine is a reputational hit for a company that has seen a continuous revenue decline as advertisers cut spending on a platform that has stopped most content moderation and reinstated thousands of banned accounts.

Most recently the EU said it was investigating X for potential violation of its new tech rules after the platform was accused of failing to rein in disinformation in relation to Hamas's attack on Israel.

"If you've got answers to questions, if you're actually putting people, processes and technology in place to tackle illegal content at scale, and globally, and if it's your stated priority, it's pretty easy to say," Commissioner Julie Inman Grant said in an interview.

"The only reason I can see to fail to answer important questions about illegal content and conduct happening on platforms would be if you don't have answers," added Inman Grant, who was a public policy director for X until 2016.

X closed its Australian office after Musk's buyout, so there was no local representative to respond to Reuters. A request for comment sent to the San Francisco-based company's media email address was not immediately answered.

Under Australian laws that took effect in 2021, the regulator can compel internet companies to give information about their online safety practices or face a fine. If X refuses to pay the fine, the regulator can pursue the company in court, Grant said.

After taking the company private, Musk said in a post that "removing child exploitation is priority #1". But the Australian regulator said that when it asked X how it prevented child grooming on the platform, X responded that it was "not a service used by large numbers of young people".

X told the regulator available anti-grooming technology was "not of sufficient capability or accuracy to be deployed on Twitter".

Inman Grant said the commission also issued a warning to Alphabet's (GOOGL.O) Google for noncompliance with its request for information about handling of child abuse content, calling the search engine giant's responses to some questions "generic". Google said it had cooperated with the regulator and was disappointed by the warning.

"We remain committed to these efforts and collaborating constructively and in good faith with the e-Safety Commissioner, government and industry on the shared goal of keeping Australians safer online," said Google's director of government affairs and public policy for Australia, Lucinda Longcroft.

X's noncompliance was more serious, the regulator said, including failure to answer questions about how long it took to respond to reports of child abuse, steps it took to detect child abuse in livestreams and its numbers of content moderation, safety and public policy staff.

The company confirmed to the regulator that it had cut 80% of its workforce globally and has no public policy staff in Australia, compared to two before Musk's takeover.

X told the regulator its proactive detection of child abuse material in public posts dropped after Musk took the company private.

The company told the regulator it did not use tools to detect the material in private messages because "the technology is still in development", the regulator said.

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