Of course it's nothing new. It's one of the oldest problems in history. My saying it will make no difference to you, or me, or the people that can make a difference. But I have a strong opinion about the situation. Self-censorship is the most powerful form of control in both our supposedly 'liberated' countries. If I cannot express an opinion... we are no more democratic than the countries we invade for that very reason. And I hope you will attack me and correct me, because I so want to be wrong.
Please tell me what about what I have said is inaccurate. This whole debate is about admitting ignorance, and I don't pretend to know anything (look at my sig). My judgement is based on a better-than-most understanding of 20c history, good knowledge of current events, and a very good understanding of media, propaganda and human behaviour. If you feel you can better inform me, please go ahead (*said without aggression
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