System Update with Glenn Greenwald Glenn Takes Your Questions on Censorship, Epstein, and More; DNC Rejects Embargo of Weapons to Israel with Journalist Dave Weigel
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Aug 27, 2025 
In this conversation, journalist Dave Weigel elaborates on the Democratic National Committee's struggle to rebuild after recent losses, revealing internal tensions and their stance on military aid to Israel. Glenn Greenwald dives into questions about censorship and the implications of the Citizens United ruling, highlighting the complexities of free speech in a capitalist society. They also explore the ethical dilemmas of sting operations and the political evolution of Brazil’s President Lula, offering insights into contemporary governance and voter engagement.
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First Amendment Is A Negative Right
- The First Amendment protects against government interference, not guaranteeing equal platforms or reach for all speakers.
- Wealth and media control create large speech-reach disparities that the Constitution doesn't resolve by itself.
Government Fixes Risk Creating Censorship
- Addressing unequal speech reach usually requires government regulation, which risks censorship and abuse.
- Public financing of campaigns offers a less dangerous path to level political voice than restricting spending directly.
Use Public Financing To Level Political Voice
- Do prefer public financing to directly curbing wealthy speech to reduce reach disparities in politics.
- Public financing boosts underfunded candidates without empowering state censorship of messaging.