Stop Taxpayer Funding for Government Censorship Agenda
Submitted by MAGA
Posted 3 hours ago
**Outrageous Government Censorship: Taxpayer Funds to Prop Up GEC's Blacklisting Agenda**
In an alarming move, lawmakers are pushing a continuing resolution (CR) bill that ostensibly allocates taxpayer money to fund a State Department agency notorious for censoring and blacklisting American citizens.
The Global Engagement Center (GEC), buried amidst the 1,547 pages of this massive omnibus bill, has sparked outrage among conservative lawmakers and citizens alike.
With a previous budget exceeding $74 million, this agency's funding could remain intact despite the State Department's earlier claims that it intended to shut down the GEC.
Elon Musk recently highlighted this disturbing development on social media, stating, “They want to spend YOUR tax dollars on censoring YOU!!”
This kind of keyword-flagging censorship is precisely what Americans are growing increasingly weary of.
The GEC's attempts to monitor and suppress dissenting voices have come to light in past reports, indicating that the agency has not only targeted foreign misinformation but has also covertly sought to marginalize domestic dissent.
As discovered by journalist Matt Taibbi, instances of blacklisting included individuals and news outlets that dared to question the prevailing narratives surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic.
This extends to reputable organizations like ZeroHedge, which reported on the possibility of a lab leak as the origin of the virus, only to face scrutiny for their findings.
Taibbi didn't hold back, labeling the GEC a significant threat to journalistic integrity and free speech.
In yet another troubling revelation, the agency was recognized for employing dubious tactics that identified American citizens based merely on their political beliefs, all while shrouded in a veil of national security.
Adding to the betrayal felt by many is a lawsuit brought by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, which accuses the GEC of conspiring to stifle conservative voices.
The complaint clearly articulates that such actions represent a blatant violation of the First Amendment rights of Americans.
In a further development that raises eyebrows, the GEC was caught spending precious taxpayer dollars on a video game designed to combat supposed disinformation among foreign youth.
Critics have described this initiative, which bears an anti-populist sentiment, as a misguided use of resources that could instead aid efforts to protect American freedoms at home.
In an age where government overreach is increasingly highlighted, the possibility of the GEC continuing operations under this CR should galvanize concerned Americans to demand accountability and transparency from their elected officials.
As conservatives rally against this misuse of taxpayer funds, it’s essential to recognize that the battle for free speech and against government censorship is far from over.
Americans deserve the right to express their opinions without fear of surveillance or retaliation from their government.
The ongoing saga surrounding the GEC’s funding serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance in defending our constitutional rights against encroachments that threaten our democracy.
Sources:
slaynews.com
rumble.com
politico.com
In an alarming move, lawmakers are pushing a continuing resolution (CR) bill that ostensibly allocates taxpayer money to fund a State Department agency notorious for censoring and blacklisting American citizens.
The Global Engagement Center (GEC), buried amidst the 1,547 pages of this massive omnibus bill, has sparked outrage among conservative lawmakers and citizens alike.
With a previous budget exceeding $74 million, this agency's funding could remain intact despite the State Department's earlier claims that it intended to shut down the GEC.
Elon Musk recently highlighted this disturbing development on social media, stating, “They want to spend YOUR tax dollars on censoring YOU!!”
This kind of keyword-flagging censorship is precisely what Americans are growing increasingly weary of.
The GEC's attempts to monitor and suppress dissenting voices have come to light in past reports, indicating that the agency has not only targeted foreign misinformation but has also covertly sought to marginalize domestic dissent.
As discovered by journalist Matt Taibbi, instances of blacklisting included individuals and news outlets that dared to question the prevailing narratives surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic.
This extends to reputable organizations like ZeroHedge, which reported on the possibility of a lab leak as the origin of the virus, only to face scrutiny for their findings.
Taibbi didn't hold back, labeling the GEC a significant threat to journalistic integrity and free speech.
In yet another troubling revelation, the agency was recognized for employing dubious tactics that identified American citizens based merely on their political beliefs, all while shrouded in a veil of national security.
Adding to the betrayal felt by many is a lawsuit brought by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, which accuses the GEC of conspiring to stifle conservative voices.
The complaint clearly articulates that such actions represent a blatant violation of the First Amendment rights of Americans.
In a further development that raises eyebrows, the GEC was caught spending precious taxpayer dollars on a video game designed to combat supposed disinformation among foreign youth.
Critics have described this initiative, which bears an anti-populist sentiment, as a misguided use of resources that could instead aid efforts to protect American freedoms at home.
In an age where government overreach is increasingly highlighted, the possibility of the GEC continuing operations under this CR should galvanize concerned Americans to demand accountability and transparency from their elected officials.
As conservatives rally against this misuse of taxpayer funds, it’s essential to recognize that the battle for free speech and against government censorship is far from over.
Americans deserve the right to express their opinions without fear of surveillance or retaliation from their government.
The ongoing saga surrounding the GEC’s funding serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance in defending our constitutional rights against encroachments that threaten our democracy.
Sources:
slaynews.com
rumble.com
politico.com
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