Book Festival criticised for excluding gender-critical authors
The Edinburgh International Book Festival has come under fire for allegedly excluding authors with gender-critical views, sparking a heated debate on free speech and inclusivity.
The Edinburgh International Book Festival has come under fire for allegedly excluding authors with gender-critical views, sparking a heated debate on free speech and inclusivity.
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