'Anti-meme law' could see Mexicans jailed for posting insulting images
• https://www.independent.co.ukStrict new cyberbullying laws could lead to internet users in Mexico being jailed for posting insulting memes, it has been claimed.
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Strict new cyberbullying laws could lead to internet users in Mexico being jailed for posting insulting memes, it has been claimed.
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