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JK Rowling Dares Police and Receives Prime Minister's Backing Against Hate Crime Laws

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JK Rowling stands firm against Scottish hate crime laws, challenging police and gaining support from the Prime Minister.

JK Rowling has once again sparked controversy, this time for daring police to arrest her in response to the Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act coming into effect. The Harry Potter author firmly believes that free speech is under threat due to the new legislation. Despite facing criticism, Rowling stands firm in her stance against the Scottish hate crime laws, stating that she is prepared to face the consequences for speaking out. Her defiance has gained support from none other than Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, who has publicly backed Rowling's views and criticized the new legislation.

The backlash against JK Rowling's statements has not stopped her from openly expressing her opinions on the transgender ideology. Gillian Keegan also came to Rowling's defense, denouncing the Scottish hate crime law as a 'terrible piece of legislation.' The controversy surrounding Rowling's views has ignited a debate on freedom of speech and the limits of expressing personal beliefs in today's society.

Protesters rallied outside the Scottish Parliament in response to the Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act, showing the intensity of feelings surrounding the issue. Rowling's bold challenge to the authorities has resulted in widespread discussions on social media, with many expressing both support and opposition to her views. Despite the polarizing nature of the debate, Rowling remains defiant and continues to advocate for what she believes in.

In a surprising turn of events, the British government has openly supported JK Rowling, emphasizing the importance of respecting differing opinions and free speech. This show of solidarity towards the renowned author further fuels the ongoing discourse on hate crime laws and the balance between protecting marginalized communities and upholding individual rights.

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Prime minister backs JK Rowling in row over new hate crime laws (BBC News)

The author hit out at the Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act that came into effect on Monday.

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J.K. Rowling 'looks forward to being arrested' following Scottish hate ... (Euronews)

The Harry Potter author has dared police to arrest her, while prime minister Rishi Sunak has seemingly backed Rowling's views that the Scottish hate crime ...

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JK Rowling dares police to arrest her, says free speech is 'at an end ... (Fox News)

Scotland's Hate Crime Act took effect this Monday, and JK Rowling responding by daring Scottish police to arrest her for criticism of transgender ideology ...

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Anti-hate crime law protesters rally at Scottish Parliament as JK ... (Yahoo News Australia)

Protesters rallied outside the Scottish Parliament on Monday, 1 April, as the Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act came into effect.

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What is the Scottish hate crime law and why is JK Rowling talking ... (Yahoo News UK)

JK Rowling has dared Scottish police to arrest her after controversial new hate crime laws came into force yesterday.

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JK Rowling should not be arrested for trans views, says Gillian Keegan (Telegraph.co.uk)

Gillian Keegan defends Harry Potter author and says new Scottish hate crime law is 'terrible piece of legislation'

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J.K. Rowling Challenges Police to Arrest Her Following New ... (Yahoo News NZ)

The 'Harry Potter' author posted a series of anti-transgender social media posts in response to the Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act.

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J.K. Rowling Receives Support From Rishi Sunak After Author ... (Deadline)

Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling has received the backing of British Prime Minister Rishi Sunakover her stance on Scotland's new hate crime laws.

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Rishi Sunak uses anti-trans dogwhistle to defend JK Rowling amid ... (PinkNews)

Rishi Sunak used an anti-trans dogwhistle about "biology" as he rushed to defend JK Rowling's criticism of Scotland's hate crime laws.

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JK Rowling Backed by Rishi Sunak After Daring Police to Arrest Her (Variety)

U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has backed J.K. Rowling after the 'Harry Potter' author spoke out against Scotland's new hate crime act.

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'Fearless': JK Rowling dares police to arrest her after Scotland ... (Sky News Australia)

Scotland has received major backlash for the new hate crime law which many have questioned over whether it goes against freedom of speech. โ€œI would follow this ...

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UK government backs J.K. Rowling in Scottish hate crime law ... (The Straits Times)

LONDON - The British government said J.K. Rowling should not be arrested for her transgender views after the Harry Potter author challenged Scotland's new ...

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JK Rowling will not be arrested under new Scottish hate law, say ... (The Guardian)

'No further action' over posts by author and gender-critical activist despite complaints.

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JK Rowling hate law posts not criminal, police say (BBC News)

Social media comments by JK Rowling challenging Scotland's new hate crime law are not being treated as criminal.

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UK government backs J.K. Rowling in Scottish hate crime law ... (Reuters)

The British government said J.K. Rowling should not be arrested for her transgender views after the Harry Potter author challenged Scotland's new hate crime ...

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JK Rowling social media posts about hate law crime 'not criminal ... (Yahoo News Australia)

No further action will be taken, police say after assessing complaints over JK Rowling's X/Twitter posts.

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Arresting JK Rowling wouldn't have made her anti-trans comments ... (The Independent)

The Harry Potter author dared Scottish authorities to 'arrest' her as new hate crime laws came into effect. While police determined no action was to be ...

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J.K. Rowling calls for own arrest for anti-trans rhetoric amid ... (USA TODAY)

Rowling is calling for her own arrest in protest of Scotland's new hate crime law as she continues to share anti-trans rhetoric on social media. The "Harry ...

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Police say JK Rowling committed no crime with tweets slamming ... (9News)

J.K. Rowling did not break the law with tweets criticising Scotland's new hate speech law and referring to ...

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JK Rowling won't be prosecuted after police look into complaints ... (Sky News)

JK Rowling previously dared police to arrest her after the Harry Potter author lashed out online against new hate crime laws in Scotland.

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Prime minister backs JK Rowling in row over new hate crime laws (BBC News)

The author hit out at the Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act that came into effect on Monday.

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Police say JK Rowling committed no crime with tweets slamming ... (ABC News)

LONDON -- J.K. Rowling did not break the law with tweets criticizing Scotland's new hate speech law and referring to transgender women as men, the police said ...

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J.K. Rowling will not be arrested for comments about transgender ... (NBC News)

"Harry Potter" author J.K. Rowling slammed a newly enacted hate-crime law in Scotland in a series of posts on X in which she referred to transgender women ...

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No JK Rowling arrest under hate crime laws, police say (The Canberra Times)

Social media comments made by JK Rowling challenging Scotland's new hate crime law are not being treated as...

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Police respond after J.K. Rowling publicly challenged them to arrest ... (9Honey Celebrity)

J.K. Rowling did not break the law with tweets criticising Scotland's new hate speech law and referring to ...

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