The Democratic Erosion Through Censorship

This piece by the Brownstone Institute points out that censorship intended to control information has ironically blinded those in power, as seen in their shock over Joe Biden’s cognitive decline. The article argues that this pattern of disinformation and propaganda extends to various issues, including COVID-19 and geopolitical events, creating a dangerous gap between narrative and reality. The ruling class’ detachment from reality, fueled by their propaganda, risks further policy failures and societal harm. The Court’s recent decision to allow government pressure on social media platforms exacerbates this problem by setting a high bar for proving censorship.

Editor’s Note: The article by the Brownstone Institute sheds light on a deeply troubling trend: the intentional spread of disinformation and censorship by those in power, which ultimately blinds them to reality and leads to significant societal risks. This disconnection from reality, fueled by propaganda, threatens to undermine the very foundations of informed decision-making and democratic governance. By setting a high bar for proving censorship, this ruling risks entrenching disinformation and propaganda, making it more challenging to ensure that the public receives accurate information. What will happen when the very tenet of democracy, discourse, is also censored?

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