Keir Starmer’s Crackdown on Free Speech and Farmers’ Protests

Since assuming office in July 2024, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has faced increasing scrutiny over policies perceived as undermining civil liberties, particularly the rights to free speech and peaceful protest. This essay examines the historical context and recent developments, focusing on the government's response to farmers' protests, the erosion of civil liberties, and a striking political comparison: Keir Starmer and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.