Free Speech or Censorship?

This chapter examines the complex dynamics of free speech and media representation amid political controversies, highlighting the hypocrisy of those who call for censorship while claiming to defend free speech. It critiques the tactics used by political figures like Trump to intimidate media outlets, and discusses the implications of Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act on online discourse and content moderation. The chapter also delves into the role of NewsGuard in evaluating news sources and the political backlash against it, illustrating the ongoing tensions between free speech and regulatory oversight.