So to Speak: The Free Speech Podcast
Ep. 208: Dodging censorship in Russia
Mar 14, 2024
The podcast delves into censorship in Russia, discussing Alexei Navalny's death, Putin's regime, and the anti-censorship platform Samizdat Online. They explore tactics to bypass censorship, potential threats to Putin, and ways to support freedom of expression against authoritarian regimes.
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Quick takeaways
- Samizdat Online provides access to censored content in authoritarian regimes.
- Putin's tactic of controlling information creates cynicism and blind loyalty.
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The Slow Erosion of Freedom in Russia
Russia's transformation from a relatively free society to a police state has been a rapid and deliberate process over the past 20 years. Initially, Putin focused on controlling the media, gradually instilling fear and spreading propaganda that painted Russia as under siege by the West. Journalists in Russia made moral compromises, contributing to the erosion of freedom. Putin's message was to offer stability and appeal to Russian dignity, linking his political well-being to the country's self-importance.
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