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Nikki Glaser Warns of Free Speech Threats Amid Trump Era

4/24/2025

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Comedian Nikki Glaser voiced her fears of backlash from the Trump administration over her political beliefs during a Time magazine event. She shared a friend's unsettling experience at customs after a political discussion in Canada, drawing a chilling parallel to the dangers faced in dictatorships. Glaser's candid reflections highlight the growing anxiety surrounding free expression in today's climate.

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Comedian Nikki Glaser voiced her fears of backlash from the Trump administration over her political beliefs during a Time magazine event. She shared a friend's unsettling experience at customs after a political discussion in Canada, drawing a chilling parallel to the dangers faced in dictatorships. Glaser's candid reflections highlight the growing anxiety surrounding free expression in today's climate.