System Update with Glenn Greenwald Glenn Takes Your Questions On Gaza, USAID, and More
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Feb 8, 2025 The host dives into audience questions about Trump's controversial plans regarding Gaza and the broader implications of U.S. foreign aid. The discussion highlights the urgent need for Palestinian self-determination and critiques ongoing ethnic cleansing. Legal challenges faced by journalists and the importance of engaging communities are explored, along with strategies to combat tech censorship. There's a strong emphasis on the evolving role of participatory journalism in fostering meaningful dialogue and reform in entrenched bureaucratic systems.
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Centralization vs. Decentralization
- Centralized platforms are vulnerable to censorship pressures from governments, media, and internal workforces.
- Decentralized, blockchain-based platforms, while ideal, remain too complex for widespread adoption.
Evolution of Encryption
- Initially, Snowden insisted on complex encryption that few journalists used.
- Now, similar encryption is widespread and user-friendly, demonstrating the potential for complex technologies to become mainstream.
Navigating Journalistic Risks
- Partner with established media outlets to mitigate risks when publishing sensitive information.
- Be prepared for retaliation if you challenge power centers as a journalist.