Why censoring the internet may actually fuel the rise of extremism
In short: Internet freedom activist Rebecca MacKinnon argues that sacrificing civil liberties to combat terror is a losing strategy. This talk explores why protecting open communication is essential for a healthy democracy and how we can secure the web without silencing dissent.
MacKinnon contends that censoring the internet and the press ultimately makes society more vulnerable to demagoguery and extremist ideologies. Instead of seeking to silence information, she advocates for a
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