Censorship in the Digital Age

This chapter examines the complexities surrounding public attitudes towards speech censorship on social media, revealing a majority support for curbing various types of discourse. It discusses the influencers of these attitudes, such as the targeting of marginalized groups and the severity of speech, including hate speech and misinformation. Moreover, it investigates the nuanced dynamics of self-censorship and cancel culture, particularly within academic settings, and raises essential questions about the effectiveness of individual versus authoritative censorship decisions.