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Saturday Commentary and Review #154

Fisted by Foucault • 323 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics Censorship Currency Global Markets Political Influence
  1. Poland experienced challenges with judicial reform and resistance to western liberal mandates.
  2. There is a shift towards illiberal methods in the name of defending democracy, exemplified by actions in Poland and Germany.
  3. Efforts to de-dollarize economies like China's seek to strengthen financial security and reduce vulnerabilities in the global economic system.

US Military Contractors Used Counterterrorism Tactics Against The American People, New Documents Show

Public • 435 implied HN points • 04 Dec 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Military Intelligence Disinformation Censorship
  1. US military contractors used counterterrorism tactics against the American people
  2. Tactics included psychological operations, debanking, and changing social media platforms' Terms of Service
  3. The Censorship Industrial Complex waged influence operations using offensive methods like disinformation campaigns and debanking

Stanford Group Helped US Government Censor Covid Dissidents and Then Lied About It, New Documents Show

Public • 473 implied HN points • 10 Nov 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Censorship Government Social media Health Science
  1. Newly released documents show Stanford group assisted US government in censoring Covid dissenters and then lied about it.
  2. The Virality Project, a joint initiative, collaborated with government agencies to combat 'anti-vaccine misinformation.'
  3. Evidence reveals the Virality Project successfully censored content on social media platforms with the assistance of DHS and CISA.

REPOST: I Will Remove All My Content From Spotify if They Continue to Platform "Wonderful Christmastime" by Paul McCartney

I Might Be Wrong • 13 implied HN points • 26 Dec 24
🎶 Music Artists Content Platforms Censorship Criticism
  1. The author expresses strong dislike for Paul McCartney's song 'Wonderful Christmastime', claiming it's a terrible piece of music. They feel it negatively impacts their enjoyment of the holiday season.
  2. They argue that by continuing to include this song, Spotify is being complicit in promoting bad music. The author believes a choice must be made between their content and the song.
  3. Despite loving The Beatles, the author finds it disappointing that McCartney created such a song. They hope to disassociate themselves from 'Wonderful Christmastime' out of personal conviction.
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Censorship Industrial Complex Leaders Were Also Behind Trump-Russia Collusion Hoax

Public • 404 implied HN points • 15 Dec 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Censorship Conspiracy Theories Election interference Propaganda
  1. There are connections between the leaders of the Censorship Industrial Complex and the Trump-Russia Collusion Hoax.
  2. The Cyber Threat Intelligence League (CTIL) was involved in censoring content on social media, with links to the Russian collusion narrative.
  3. Various individuals and groups, including Zetalytics and members of the Clinton campaign, were tied to promoting the Trump-Russia collusion narrative and engaging in disinformation activities.

Biden White House and Big Disinformation Have Policies to Ban “True Content” on COVID Vaccines

The DisInformation Chronicle • 760 implied HN points • 21 May 23
📰 News Politics Social media Pharmaceuticals Advertising Censorship
  1. Social media companies censor 'true content' on vaccines in line with government and pharma interests
  2. Big Pharma spends millions on social media ads while platforms regulate vaccine 'misinformation'
  3. There's a conflict in regulating pharma 'misinformation' on social media while Pharma is a major advertising client

Berenson v Biden gets stronger

Unreported Truths • 48 implied HN points • 18 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech Censorship Legal Cases Media
  1. Berenson's lawsuit against Biden is moving forward, and new evidence from 2021 supports his claims of censorship. This case highlights concerns about free speech.
  2. Mark Zuckerberg revealed that the Biden administration pressured social media companies to censor content related to vaccines. This admission strengthens Berenson's case.
  3. The lawsuit process includes several stages, and each outcome will determine how the case proceeds. Berenson believes the evidence will help push the case forward.

US Government Officials Sought To Censor Narratives and Interfere In 2020 Election, Newly Released Emails Show

Public • 362 implied HN points • 29 Nov 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Officials Election interference Censorship Disinformation
  1. Newly released emails show US government officials sought to censor narratives and interfere in the 2020 election.
  2. Department of Homeland Security's methods of information control aimed at narrative control and election interference.
  3. Government-backed censorship was revealed to be part of a larger political influence operation to shape public opinion.

Chinese Netizens Criticize Government on US Embassy’s Weibo Post

Wenhao’s news blog • 117 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Social media Censorship Freedom of Speech
  1. Chinese netizens used a U.S. Embassy Weibo post to freely vent frustration with the government.
  2. China's internet is heavily censored, but critical comments were briefly allowed on the embassy's post.
  3. The surge in political dissent caught Weibo moderators off guard, leading to a temporary space for freedom of speech.

Censorship’s Impact on China’s Chatbots

ChinaTalk • 207 implied HN points • 11 Mar 24
🕹 Technology AI Censorship Chatbots Research Regulation
  1. Chinese AI chatbots are subject to strict censorship by the Cyberspace Administration of China, affecting their responses to political questions.
  2. There is a noticeable tradeoff between content control and value alignment in Chinese chatbots, highlighting a balance between censorship and quality of output.
  3. Censorship in Chinese chatbots involves value alignment training and keyword filtering, showing how Chinese regulators influence the responses of AI models to favor Beijing's values.

Information Disorder Syndrome

Who is Robert Malone • 14 implied HN points • 12 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Misinformation Mental health Free speech Public Policy Censorship
  1. Information disorder is when people share false information, whether on purpose or not. It can be categorized into three types: misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation.
  2. There are different levels of severity for this 'syndrome.' The mildest level involves sharing false info without intending to harm, while the most severe level involves sharing harmful false information on purpose.
  3. Managing information disorder requires careful handling of false information and may need community engagement and counseling for those who repeatedly share harmful content.

If you believe in nothing, you will achieve nothing

White Hot Harlots • 59 implied HN points • 15 Apr 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech Israel-Palestine conflict Censorship Political Discourse
  1. Believing in nothing leads to achieving nothing; having beliefs can drive success.
  2. The control over discourse and the stifling of free speech can have negative consequences.
  3. Supporting free speech can allow dissenting opinions to be voiced; opposition to free speech can lead to braindead analysis.

Online Censorship's Institutional Power

Mad at the Internet • 139 HN points • 16 May 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Censorship Free speech Media influence Digital Rights Internet Governance
  1. There is a growing concern about powerful interests in technology and media that can control online content and silence dissent. People are worried that without organized action, the internet could become less free.
  2. The Kiwi Farms forum has shown how sharing information online can impact reputations significantly. When people share thoughts and stories freely, it can create lasting effects, especially on influential figures.
  3. The anti-censorship movements often lack coordination and resources compared to pro-censorship groups. This makes it hard for them to effectively combat censorship efforts that threaten open dialogue online.

Inside the Plot To Kill The Censorship Industrial Complex

Public • 336 implied HN points • 11 Nov 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Censorship Government Agencies Election interference Free speech Supreme Court
  1. Evidence shows Stanford Internet Observatory demanded censorship of Covid vaccine information and interfered in the 2020 elections
  2. Government agencies like DHS-CISA secretly created the Censorship Industrial Complex, threatening freedom of speech
  3. Efforts are being made to dismantle the Censorship Industrial Complex and turn the tide against censorship advocates

YouTube's CENSORSHIP CONTINUES: Chinese researchers solved the problem of pandemic viral mutations more than 20 years ago in research with 2 MILLION people

DrV’s Newsletter, Notes, Essays, Articles, Videos, and Book Chapters • 117 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
🏥 Health Politics Censorship
  1. Chinese researchers solved the problem of pandemic viral mutations over 20 years ago with research involving 2 million people.
  2. YouTube removed a video discussing the antiviral benefits of selenium published around 2000 due to censorship.
  3. Studies have shown selenium's life-saving benefits in regards to viral mutations and selenium deficiency.

Help Me Please to Keep Telling You the Truth.

Outspoken with Dr Naomi Wolf • 1 implied HN point • 26 May 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political Commentary Censorship Public Health Activism Media Critique
  1. Censorship and backlash against truth-telling are getting worse, making it hard for journalists to do their job. Support from readers is essential to keep covering important stories.
  2. Credit for hard work matters a lot, especially for researchers and journalists who risked a lot to bring important truths to light. Recognizing their contributions can help ensure their safety and open new opportunities.
  3. Maintaining a platform for honest reporting is challenging and costly. Readers' subscriptions and donations are crucial to keep the work going amidst ongoing threats and financial struggles.

URGENT: Free speech wins at Meta

Unreported Truths • 42 implied HN points • 08 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech Censorship Social media Fact-checking Political Influence
  1. Meta is stopping its efforts to censor posts about immigration and gender. This change is being framed as a return to free speech on the platform.
  2. The debate around fact-checking is ongoing. It often shows how opinions can differ on what is true, rather than just stating hard facts.
  3. Zuckerberg aims to bring back civic content to Facebook because people want to see all sides of an issue, and just sharing fun content isn't enough.

TWITTER FILES: Twitter Provided Privileged Access to Banning Queen, Taylor Lorenz

The DisInformation Chronicle • 520 implied HN points • 18 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Social media Journalism Ethics Online behavior Censorship
  1. Twitter provided privileged access to Taylor Lorenz for banning accounts and monitoring online conversations about her.
  2. Taylor Lorenz had a pattern of reporting accounts and individuals she disagreed with, resulting in suspensions.
  3. Lorenz faced allegations of doxing and influencing social media platforms to take action against her critics.

Government-Funded Stanford Group Successfully Urged Censorship Of Republicans But Not Democrats For Equivalent Claims

Public • 287 implied HN points • 16 Nov 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Partisanship Censorship Government funding Election Integrity Social media
  1. The Government-backed Stanford group censored Republicans for claims but not Democrats.
  2. Republicans faced censorship for election fraud claims while similar claims by Democrats went unchecked.
  3. Stanford's biased censorship efforts raise concerns about government influence on freedom of speech.

Major biomedical publisher: Prenatal Exposure to [emergency-authorized drug] Induces [BrainDamage]-Like Behaviors in Male Neonatal Rats

DrV’s Newsletter, Notes, Essays, Articles, Videos, and Book Chapters • 98 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Biomedical Research Censorship
  1. Prenatal exposure to certain drugs can cause brain damage-like behaviors in male neonatal rats.
  2. Research findings may face censorship and impact researchers' careers.
  3. Supporting non-censoring platforms is important in the face of antiscientific censorship.

How Not To Cancel Russia

Castalia • 219 implied HN points • 30 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Censorship War Social Issues International relations
  1. It's important to avoid blaming all Russians for their government's actions. Just like in other countries, people can have different views and shouldn't be judged solely based on their nationality.
  2. There are big debates about cultural boycotts and canceling works set in Russia. Self-censorship by authors can lead to extreme positions that don't really help anyone.
  3. Even during wartime, we should recognize individual bravery and the complexity of people's identities. Not every Russian supports the war and we need to see beyond stereotypes.

EVENT: Censorship in the Sciences

Journal of Free Black Thought • 9 implied HN points • 03 Dec 24
🔬 Science Censorship Freedom Ethics Research Policy
  1. A conference on censorship in the sciences is happening at USC from January 10-12, 2025. It will bring together various experts to discuss important topics related to censorship.
  2. The event will cover themes like the balance between scientific freedom and social responsibility, and different forms of censorship in research and public discussions.
  3. Participants can register to attend, and the conference is open to the public, with live streaming available for those who cannot be there in person.

The death rattle of human culture

White Hot Harlots • 39 implied HN points • 17 Apr 24
🎭️ Culture Censorship Literature Art Media Society
  1. Sensitivity readers play a significant role in modern publishing, ensuring works are free of offense before publication.
  2. The work of sensitivity readers can lead to a shrinking realm of acceptable speech in art and entertainment.
  3. The rise of sensitivity readers is reshaping cultural norms in areas like young adult fiction and may lead to significant changes in American culture.

Hate Online Censorship? It's Way Worse Than You Think.

[Removed]: The Real Censorship is Secret Suppression • 137 implied HN points • 21 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Social media Censorship Moderation Disinformation Online Communication
  1. Online censorship is more pervasive and secretive than many realize.
  2. Services can suppress content without notifying authors, leading to a lack of transparency.
  3. Pushing back against secret suppression and promoting transparent communication is essential for maintaining trust and fostering good communication online.

Episode 104: This is Absurd!

Disaffected Newsletter • 339 implied HN points • 30 Jan 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political Discourse Mental health Corporate ethics Censorship Feminism
  1. A Pfizer consultant was caught saying the company is changing the Covid virus for profit, which raises serious ethical questions.
  2. There's a noticeable link between being a white liberal woman and experiencing mental health issues, which has sparked important discussions.
  3. People in America are censoring themselves more than ever in conversations, and this new norm needs to be recognized as a problem.

The Democratic Party’s Crucifixion of Matt Taibbi

The Chris Hedges Report • 358 implied HN points • 28 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Censorship Media Corruption Free speech
  1. Extensive government blacklists are used to censor critics on both sides and have targeted reporters like Matt Taibbi.
  2. Taibbi faced character assassination and persecution after exposing censorship by FBI, CIA, and other agencies.
  3. The ruling class fears those who expose their corruption, leading to crackdowns on free speech and dissent.

After the Honeymoon: The Virtual Threats with Threads

Pen>Sword • 119 implied HN points • 12 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Social media Privacy Speech Censorship Data Collection
  1. Threads is a social media app launched by Meta that aims to fill the void left by Twitter's decline.
  2. Threads has raised concerns about privacy, speech, and censorship due to its data collection practices, restrictions on deleting accounts, and aversion to political content.
  3. The app's emphasis on 'kindness' and 'friendly spaces' is in contrast to worries about potential censorship and the impact on user freedom.

US gov't creates Ministry of Truth run by cold warrior who smears independent media as 'Russian disinformation'

Geopolitical Economy Report • 358 implied HN points • 30 Apr 22
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Media Censorship Foreign Policy Civil Liberties
  1. The US government created a Ministry of Truth led by a censorial cold warrior to combat 'Russian disinformation' and target independent media outlets.
  2. The DHS, infamous for violating civil liberties, established a Disinformation Governance Board overseen by an anti-Russia information warrior, Nina Jankowicz.
  3. Despite past criticism, Democrats now support rebranding the Bush-era DHS, giving it power over freedom of speech, and using it to escalate the new cold war on Russia and China.

Free Speech To The Supreme Court — And Beyond!

Public • 234 implied HN points • 11 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Free speech Harm Reduction Democratic Party Censorship
  1. The Fifth Circuit court heard oral arguments in the Missouri v. Biden case revealing government coercion of social media companies.
  2. US Attorney announced a crackdown on illegal supervised drug consumption sites in Harlem and San Francisco.
  3. Michael Shellenberger will be joining Ireland's free speech advocates in Dublin to fight against the hate censorship bill.

CNN and NY Times help US gov’t lie about spying on Americans

Geopolitical Economy Report • 318 implied HN points • 04 May 22
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Media Surveillance Censorship Immigration
  1. CNN and the New York Times aided the US government in spreading false information about not monitoring American citizens despite documented evidence of surveillance on journalists and protesters.
  2. Top media outlets like CNN and the New York Times amplified lies from the Department of Homeland Security Secretary, Alejandro Mayorkas, regarding the creation of a 'Disinformation Governance Board' intended for censoring supposed threats to national security.
  3. Despite factual reports revealing years of surveillance on American citizens by the DHS, major media sources did not challenge the false claims made by DHS officials, contributing to the dissemination of misleading information.

Roald Dahl vs The Twits

diabolical • 98 implied HN points • 06 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Literature Children's literature Censorship Marketing
  1. Puffin Books and the Roald Dahl estate made controversial changes to classic children's novels to increase sales, leading to backlash.
  2. This controversy around editing beloved books has sparked bipartisan outrage and debates on censorship and artistic integrity.
  3. The marketing strategy of creating controversy, selling original versions, then releasing a 'Classic Collection' showcases how profit can be made from consumer choice and outrage.

Big announcement...

Random Minds by Katherine Brodsky • 238 implied HN points • 11 Jul 23
📚 Literature Book release Writing Freedom of Speech Censorship Authorship
  1. The author has written a book that sheds light on silencing, shaming, and bullying for different views.
  2. The book includes stories of public harassment, interviews with well-known figures, and lessons on using one's voice freely.
  3. The author encourages principled individuals to resist authoritarianism and to find and free their own voices.

Thank you for your trust and support!

Unreported Truths • 46 implied HN points • 16 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Censorship Legal issues Government Public Health Social media
  1. The lawsuit Berenson v Biden is about claims of censorship by the government, particularly involving Twitter and vaccination discussions.
  2. There is evidence suggesting that officials pressured Twitter to silence Berenson’s views on Covid, raising concerns about free speech.
  3. The case is still in the early stages, and more evidence is expected to come to light as it progresses, focusing on whether the censorship violated rights.

The Anti-Defamation League Defames Substack

Karlstack • 366 implied HN points • 08 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Social media Censorship Online Platforms Defamation
  1. ADL criticized and called for the deplatforming of several Substack writers for promoting conspiracy theories.
  2. There is suspicion that Substack was blocked by Twitter as retaliation for launching a new feature similar to Twitter.
  3. The incident involving the ADL, Substack, and Twitter is a developing story that has caused confusion and concern among content creators.