Mulan has generated controversy due to its lead actor's support of Hong Kong police and Disney’s crediting of CCP government agencies. The saga has demonstrated that the "one company, two systems" mentality for operating in China just doesn't work.
Category: Free speech
While freedom of expression has been a longstanding principle for functioning democracies, there are varying interpretations around how to regulate speech.
The Golden Age of Speech
Last week, the publication of an open letter in Harper’s Magazine caused a bit of a stir. In it, the authors contended that, while there has been a necessary reckoning on racial and social justice, it has arrived in concert with the intensification of moral attitudes and ideological conformity. The letter’s signatories, which include writers … Continue reading The Golden Age of Speech
The Greatest Firewall
2019 was a substandard year for digital rights in China. TikTok, a popular Chinese-owned social networking and video-sharing service, instructed moderators to censor videos that brought up “sensitive” topics like Tiananmen Square or Tibetan independence. Gamers noted on Reddit several months ago that League of Legends, a popular multiplayer online game, prohibited its users from … Continue reading The Greatest Firewall
Tech Absolutism and Political Advertising
Last month, Twitter’s CEO Jack Dorsey announced the company would ban political advertising across the entire platform. He listed several reasons for the policy, including how political ads are detrimental to organic reach, can create risks in the voting process, and are purveyors of false or misleading information. The policy, which comes into force today, … Continue reading Tech Absolutism and Political Advertising
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