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The Constitution, Unplugged: Matt Taibbi on DarkHorse

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Targeted Control Breeds Totalitarianism

Historically, controlling information through analog technology required broad, indiscriminate measures that often caused overreach. In contrast, modern capabilities facilitate 'surgical totalitarianism,' allowing targeted suppression of dissenting voices rather than an entire populace. Protecting non-mainstream speech is crucial for enabling societal progress and innovation. The real threat comes from a small segment of influential individuals, whose speech could challenge existing power structures. Thus, suppressing their expression is an effective means to maintain control and prevent meaningful change.

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