We've opposed the Take It Down Act because it could be easily manipulated to take down lawful content that powerful people simply don't like. Last night, President Trump demonstrated he has a similar view on the bill. He wants to sign the bill into law, then use it to remove content about — him....
  • TranquilTurbulence@lemmy.zipEnglish
    10·
    4 hours ago

    Mussolini would be proud. His teachings are being followed a hundred years after he wrote the book on this topic.

  • themurphy@lemmy.ml
    3·
    4 hours ago

    This is literally step 1 in a dictatorship. Not kidding. Silencing of political opposition and critics in a free democracy? Nah.

    • Butterbee (She/Her)@beehaw.orgEnglish
      1·
      2 minutes ago

      Finally! This is what true freedom of speech looks like. Imagine being so free to say things and NEVER have to hear anyone oppose you.