When a political party starts criticizing their own propaganda outlets and resorting to censorship due to lack of persuasive talking points, it indicates a deficiency in their ability to convince the public. The recent banning of TikTok in the US under the guise of national security is an example of this censorship, potentially driven by political motives rather than genuine concern for propaganda. While the principle of regulating foreign influence in the public square is valid, the true intentions behind such actions should be carefully scrutinized.