Democrats' Dangerous Push to Silence Election Speech
Submitted by MAGA
Posted 47 days ago
**Authoritarianism on the Rise: Democrats Encourage Neighbors to Report Election ‘Misinformation’**
In a disturbing move that echoes tactics used by authoritarian regimes, Michigan's Democrat Secretary of State, Jocelyn Benson, is encouraging citizens to report their neighbors for spreading what she labels “misinformation” regarding elections.
In an announcement aimed at improving election security, Benson characterized any misleading information concerning the voting process or ballot issues as a serious threat to democracy.
“Please report any misleading or inaccurate information regarding voting or elections in Michigan,” a document from her office states, further inviting residents to email evidence of alleged misinformation, including images.
This approach raises serious concerns about freedom of expression and the potential for a chilling effect on open discourse surrounding elections.
The Secretary's office identified what it terms “partisans, grifters, and other opportunists” as key perpetrators of misinformation, urging citizens to participate in a so-called “Democracy Ambassador” program. Through this initiative, residents will receive government-sanctioned information and are encouraged to disseminate these messages within their communities, ostensibly to “squash misinformation.”
Critics argue that relying on select sources for “trusted” information, such as FactCheck.org, PolitiFact, and Snopes—organizations often seen as biased—further illustrates the Democrat agenda to control the narrative around election integrity.
The call for neighbors to police one another's speech conjures comparisons to oppressive regimes and raises alarms about parallels with Venezuela's descent into dictatorship.
Many observers are rightfully questioning whose definition of misinformation will serve as the benchmark in this initiative. With the Democrats routinely accused of manipulating narratives to suit their agenda, this strategy seems fraught with the potential for abuse.
Shifting the responsibility of fact-checking to citizens not only undermines trust among community members but also poses a significant threat to the free exchange of ideas—the very cornerstone of a democratic society.
If the Democrats truly value democracy, they should be focusing on empowering voters, not silencing conversations through fear. The stark reality is that this overt push to manage what constitutes “truth” in electoral discourse invites skepticism about the alleged aims of protecting democracy.
With the November election fast approaching, many worry this initiative is yet another attempt by Democrats to lay the groundwork for manipulation and control in an already contentious political atmosphere.
As true patriots of democracy and free speech, Americans should remain vigilant against such authoritarian tactics and actively defend the open discussion of ideas in all spheres of life, especially in the realm of elections.
Sources:
gellerreport.com
slaynews.com
twitchy.com
In a disturbing move that echoes tactics used by authoritarian regimes, Michigan's Democrat Secretary of State, Jocelyn Benson, is encouraging citizens to report their neighbors for spreading what she labels “misinformation” regarding elections.
In an announcement aimed at improving election security, Benson characterized any misleading information concerning the voting process or ballot issues as a serious threat to democracy.
“Please report any misleading or inaccurate information regarding voting or elections in Michigan,” a document from her office states, further inviting residents to email evidence of alleged misinformation, including images.
This approach raises serious concerns about freedom of expression and the potential for a chilling effect on open discourse surrounding elections.
The Secretary's office identified what it terms “partisans, grifters, and other opportunists” as key perpetrators of misinformation, urging citizens to participate in a so-called “Democracy Ambassador” program. Through this initiative, residents will receive government-sanctioned information and are encouraged to disseminate these messages within their communities, ostensibly to “squash misinformation.”
Critics argue that relying on select sources for “trusted” information, such as FactCheck.org, PolitiFact, and Snopes—organizations often seen as biased—further illustrates the Democrat agenda to control the narrative around election integrity.
The call for neighbors to police one another's speech conjures comparisons to oppressive regimes and raises alarms about parallels with Venezuela's descent into dictatorship.
Many observers are rightfully questioning whose definition of misinformation will serve as the benchmark in this initiative. With the Democrats routinely accused of manipulating narratives to suit their agenda, this strategy seems fraught with the potential for abuse.
Shifting the responsibility of fact-checking to citizens not only undermines trust among community members but also poses a significant threat to the free exchange of ideas—the very cornerstone of a democratic society.
If the Democrats truly value democracy, they should be focusing on empowering voters, not silencing conversations through fear. The stark reality is that this overt push to manage what constitutes “truth” in electoral discourse invites skepticism about the alleged aims of protecting democracy.
With the November election fast approaching, many worry this initiative is yet another attempt by Democrats to lay the groundwork for manipulation and control in an already contentious political atmosphere.
As true patriots of democracy and free speech, Americans should remain vigilant against such authoritarian tactics and actively defend the open discussion of ideas in all spheres of life, especially in the realm of elections.
Sources:
gellerreport.com
slaynews.com
twitchy.com
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