The Crisis of Expertise and Censorship

This chapter explores the impact of a safetyist culture on discussions surrounding COVID-19, particularly focusing on the lab leak hypothesis. The speakers analyze how institutional conformity and self-censorship within scientific communities have led to the suppression of dissenting views, and how this climate affects the credibility of various professions. They also address the irony of institutions promoting inclusivity while creating hostile environments for diverse perspectives, urging for a broader representation in order to restore trust and critical discourse.