Standing with John Robertson: Defending Free Speech and Exposing Injustice

John Robertson is not just an advocate—he is a friend, a mentor, and a relentless fighter for justice who has touched the lives of so many of us personally. For those who have had the privilege of knowing John, his unwavering commitment to standing up for what is right has been a source of strength and inspiration. Whether it was helping someone fight an unfair dismissal, navigate a complex legal system, or simply offering a listening ear, John has always been there. Now, he finds himself under attack, deplatformed from LinkedIn for daring to speak the truth. This is not just an attack on John; it’s an attack on all of us who believe in justice and accountability.

The Playbook of Suppression

Many of us have seen firsthand the playbook used by powerful entities to silence those who dare to challenge them. John’s work has made him a target of some of the most influential players in the legal system—big law firms with deep pockets and a vested interest in keeping the truth hidden. These firms are adept at using tactics like Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs) and Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) to muzzle critics and derail legitimate claims. When these strategies don’t work, they resort to smearing individuals, labelling them as vexatious or without merit. Now, they have turned their sights on LinkedIn, leveraging the platform to silence John and suppress the truth he bravely exposes.

Deplatforming: A Personal Loss

John’s removal from LinkedIn feels personal to many of us because it is personal. For years, he has been a voice of reason and an unflinching advocate for the underdog. The allegations that his posts amounted to bullying are laughable to those who know him. Yes, John speaks plainly, but his words are driven by a deep sense of justice and a commitment to exposing systemic wrongdoing. His critiques are not baseless attacks; they are calls for accountability. The fact that his straight-talking style has been weaponised against him is a stark reminder of how far powerful interests will go to silence dissent.

A Broken System

John’s deplatforming also shines a harsh light on the broader failures of our justice system and its regulators. Litigants in Person (LiPs) face enormous challenges in a legal landscape stacked against them. The regulators who are supposed to safeguard fairness often lack the will or the power to take meaningful action. Meanwhile, mainstream media remains silent, perhaps because of the cosy relationships between their legal teams and the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA). Platforms like LinkedIn have been a vital space for exposing these injustices, and John’s voice was one of the most important in this fight. Losing him from that space feels like losing a lifeline.

The Importance of Public Accountability

As British citizens, we have the right to hold powerful institutions accountable. John has always championed this right, often at great personal cost. When a platform like LinkedIn suppresses this kind of advocacy, it’s not just a blow to free speech—it’s a blow to the very principles of democracy and justice. If someone like John, who has done so much to expose corruption and fight for fairness, can be silenced, what does that mean for the rest of us?

Standing with John

To those of us who know John, he is not just an advocate; he is our advocate. He has fought for us, stood by us, and amplified our voices when we needed it most. His deplatforming is a loss for every single person who values transparency and fairness. But it is also a rallying cry. We cannot let powerful interests succeed in silencing someone who has done so much good for so many.

We must demand John’s reinstatement on LinkedIn and ensure that platforms meant for professional discourse do not become tools of suppression. More than that, we must continue to support John in his work, amplifying his message and standing together against those who would silence him.

A Call to Action

John’s fight is our fight. His removal from LinkedIn is a reminder of the systemic corruption we face and the importance of standing up for what is right. Let us come together, not just to get John back on LinkedIn, but to ensure that his work continues. The fight for justice needs voices like John’s—and it needs all of us to stand with him.

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