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Joey Barton: Fearless free-speech champion, outside agitator or a ‘bully’?
- Barton was convicted on half of the charges related to posting messages aimed at broadcasters and pundits.
- Barton argued his posts were part of a campaign to raise broadcasting standards and spark debate.
- The court heard Barton believed his social-media activity was justified as free speech.
- Witnesses described the emotional and professional impact of the posts on Aluko and Ward.
- Vine testified about threats and the hurt caused by Barton’s posts.
- Barton released further content during the trial, addressing current events in the media.
- The jury acquitted some counts but found others proven beyond reasonable doubt.
- The case highlighted tensions between free speech and online harassment.
- Sentencing is scheduled for December, leaving Barton awaiting a formal outcome.
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