"Controversy Surrounding J.K. Rowling and Scotland's Hate Crime Law"

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"Controversy Surrounding J.K. Rowling and Scotland's Hate Crime Law"
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J.K. Rowling calls for her own arrest in protest of Scotland's new hate crime law, which criminalizes "stirring up hatred" based on various characteristics including transgender identity. The "Harry Potter" author has been sharing anti-trans rhetoric on social media, leading to criticism and legal complaints. The law has sparked debates about freedom of speech, transgender rights, and the protection of women as a group, with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak expressing concerns about the legislation's impact on free speech.

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