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Lionel Shriver on Censorship, Cancel Culture and Free Speech

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The Perils of Censorship and Cancel Culture

This chapter examines the motivations behind censorship and the societal implications of cancel culture, using case studies like the Roger Scruton affair and recent incidents in academia. It highlights the shift in power dynamics within institutions and the detrimental effects of public pressure on principles of freedom and academic integrity.

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