The recent push to label critical examination and fact-checking of certain political figures as necessary public service veils a disturbing trend toward silencing dissent. What's being branded as an attempt to preserve truth often appears selectively applied, raising concerns about bias and the erosion of free speech. In a democratic society, questioning authority and mainstream narratives is not only a right but a necessity.
The Dangerous Slide Toward Censorship Under the Guise of Fact-Checking
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Jan-19
Censorship
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This was inevitable, ever since Donald Trump and the MAGA world freaked out when social medias attempts to fact-check the President were deemed “censorship.” The reaction was both swift and entirely predictable. After all, how dare anyone question Dear Leader…
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Jan-19
Censorship
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In the age of misinformation, fact-checking emerges as a beacon of truth, holding leaders accountable and combatting the spread of falsehoods. Despite the outcry from some corners, labeling these efforts as 'censorship' undermines the very foundation of our democratic discourse. It's essential to differentiate between suppression of speech and the responsible vetting of facts in the public interest.
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