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FSC Joins the National Coalition Against Censorship
The Free Speech Coalition said today that it has joined the National Coalition Against Censorship (NCAC) and will be working with the group on upcoming censorship issues, including the battle over California’s condom ballot measure waged by the AIDS Healthcare Foundation.
FSC: Settlement Renders Measure B Unenforceable
The Free Speech Coalition issued the following release after a settlement was signed off today over the Measure B condom challenge in federal court.
AHF Submits Another Proposal to Amend Section 5193
California's Occupational Safety & Health Standards Board says that it will review the AIDS Healthcare Foundation’s latest petition to amend Cal/OSHA’s current bloodborne pathogens standards for adult producers.
FSC Condemns City of Dallas Over Exxxotica Ban
The Free Speech Coalition issued a statement today where the adult entertainment trade group stands in the legal controversy surrounding Dallas’ City Council’s move to 86 the porn expo from future events at the city-owned convention center.
FSC Praises Donors From 2016 XBIZ Fundraiser
The Free Speech Coalition today praised the nearly 40 companies and individuals contributing to XBIZ’s annual fundraiser to help the Free Speech Coalition and the Association of Sites Advocating Child Protection (ASACP).
FSC Says AHF Abuses Cal/OSHA Complaint Process to Harass Political Opponents
The Free Speech Coalition today lashed out at the AIDS Healthcare Foundation, condemning its use of the Cal/OSHA inspection process for its own goals. Specifically, the FSC said that the AHF selectively punishes performers and producers who oppose them politically.
FSC Updates Position on 2257 Regulations
The Free Speech Coalition this evening said that it has updated its position on 2257 regulations for the benefit of new producers and for those who need to understand why the adult entertainment trade group still needs to fight against these dangerous regulations.
New Study Places Blame on Porn for Sex Trafficking
One of the top adult entertainment attorneys is warning of a new study submitted to the Justice Department that places blame on porn for sex trafficking.
FSC's Leue: Industry Is 'Tremendously Energized' After Oakland Victory
XBIZ this week spoke with Leue in this exclusive interview to find out more about the Oakland Victory and the next big fight for the adult entertainment biz ahead in California.
Video: Watch Vote Against Condom Proposal, FSC Post-Victory Address
XBIZ TV captured the key vote by California’s Occupational Safety & Health Standards Board.
Updated: Calif. Officials Vote Against Condom Rules for Porn Productions
California’s Occupational Safety & Health Standards Board voted against new rules for the production of adult films.
Calif. Officials to Vote on § 5193.1 Tomorrow
The seven-member OSH Standards Board, which sets standards within the Cal/OSHA program, will decide whether or not to issue a safety order over the proposed § 5193.1.
XBIZ to Periscope Thursday's Cal/OSHA Hearing
@XBIZ will broadcast Thursday’s Cal/OSHA standards board meeting live on Periscope.
What Does Scalia's Death Mean for the Adult Industry?
The death of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia has shaken up the presidential race and is generating considerable discussion within adult industry legal circles.
FSC Responds to AHF Claims Made Over CDC Report
The Free Speech Coalition today responded to a press conference held by the AIDS Healthcare Foundation over allegations that the adult film industry lied about facts regarding an HIV infection that allegedly occurred on a gay movie set in Nevada.
CDC Issues Report Recommending Condoms, Testing, PrEP
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention today said that the adult film industry is well suited for implementation of a combination of HIV prevention strategies that include the consistent use of condoms, performer testing and PrEP.
FSC Blasts AHF Complaint Over Fine Payment's Source
The Free Speech Coalition yesterday blasted the AIDS Healthcare Foundation over a complaint it filed with federal authorities relative to a payment made to settle illegal campaign contributions.
Mile High Named 2016 FSC Production Company of the Year
The Free Speech Coalition honored recipients of the 2016 FSC Awards at a luncheon last Friday at the 2016 XBIZ Show, where it named Mile High Media the Production Company of the Year.
FSC: 'Adult Industry Facing Gravest Threat Since Nixon Administration'
The adult business is facing restrictions on production that rival the obscenity prosecutions of the 1970s and 1980s when production was forced underground by “distorted enforcement of the law,” says Jeffrey Douglas, board chair of the Free Speech Coalition and industry attorney.
FSC Appoints Eric Paul Leue as Executive Director
The Free Speech Coalition today said that longtime entrepreneur and HIV/AIDS activist Eric Paul Leue will take over as executive director of the adult industry trade organization.