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New 'Thought Policing' Bill May Let Rubio Strip Passports from US Citizens Over Political Speech (www.commondreams.org)

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Free speech advocates fear a new bill could let the Secretary of State strip passports from US citizens based on their speech. "Rubio has claimed the power to designate people terrorist supporters based solely on what they think and say," one said.

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[–] Nusm@peachpie.theatl.social 44 points 1 week ago (1 children)

"If you don't like America, then you can get out!"

Proceeds to take their passport so they can't leave. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[–] Maeve@kbin.earth 4 points 1 week ago

Kettling on a national level. Something something fish in a barrel.