Faith, Freedom, and Free Speech: The Jimmy Lai Story with Father Robert A. Sirico In this very special episode of the NYCLA Amicus Curiae podcast, host Daniel K. Wiig sits down with Father Robert A. Sirico to discuss the extraordinary story of Jimmy Lai. Throughout history, freedom has been at the heart of humanity’s greatest struggles. Who has the right to punish? Should people be punished for assembly, for religious belief, for freedom of the press, or for dissent against ruling powers? And if freedom requires sacrifice, is it truly freedom at all? Father Sirico shares the powerful dissent of Jimmy Lai, the Hong Kong media tycoon and political figure whose pro-democracy advocacy brought him into direct conflict with China’s National Security Law. Their conversation explores Lai’s personal and moral courage, the choices he made, and the sacrifices required of those who dare to defend free expression in Hong Kong. This story deserves our attention because it reveals the dangers of suppressing freedom, or living under only the façade of it, in today’s political and social landscape. About our Guest Father Robert A. Sirico is an American Catholic priest, President Emeritus and co-founder of the Acton Institute, a think tank dedicated to promoting a “free and virtuous society characterized by individual liberty and sustained by religious principles.” He is a frequent contributor to national and international discussions on religion, politics, economics, and culture, with writings published in outlets such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Times, and The Financial Times. He has also provided commentary for major media outets, including CNN, ABC, the BBC, NPR, and CBS' 60 Minutes. Further Resources The Hong Konger: Jimmy Lai’s Extraordinary Struggle for Freedom (Documentary) – Watch on YouTube The Call of the Entrepreneur (Documentary) – Watch on YouTube | Also available on Prime   The views expressed here are those of the guest and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of NYCLA, its affiliates, members, officers, or board.

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