Written by Michael Thompson.
In a world where information flows freely, one would think that all voices have the chance to be heard. However, recent revelations have shown that this ideal is far from reality, especially when powerful figures like George Soros are involved. According to the Media Research Center (MRC), Soros has funneled a staggering $80 million to various groups with the goal of influencing online speech ahead of critical elections.
These groups, led by an organization called Free Press, claim to champion a “free and open internet.” Yet, they’re aggressively working to silence narratives that diverge from their own. With the presidential election looming in November, their efforts have intensified, pushing for Big Tech platforms to adopt more restrictive content moderation policies. This push isn’t just about maintaining civility online—it’s about controlling what the masses read and think.
Soros’s strategy involves using his wealth to support over 45 organizations that actively campaign for tighter speech regulations on social media. These groups advocate under the guise of protecting democracy and ensuring online safety but seem to selectively target voices and ideas on one end of the political spectrum.
The Machinery of Censorship
The audacity of these efforts was highlighted when Free Press took credit for influencing the decision to ban former President Donald Trump from Twitter. They boasted about sending a letter, endorsed by a coalition of more than 200 entities, to the heads of major tech companies like Google and TikTok. The letter called for “interventions necessary to keep online platforms safe and healthy” but seemed to have a deeper, more insidious motive tied to the upcoming 2024 elections.
This letter wasn’t just a call for action against perceived threats; it was a well-orchestrated attempt to sway tech giants to align with a specific political agenda. MRC uncovered that the driving force behind this initiative was none other than Soros, who has historically invested in shaping political landscapes to align with his views. The organizations funded by Soros are part of a larger effort to stifle debate and discussion that challenges their preferred narratives.
Alarmingly, these efforts are bearing fruit. The demands laid out in the letter to Big Tech were clear: reinstate election-integrity policies that include moderating content surrounding the contentious 2020 election. Such demands threaten to undermine the foundational principles of free speech and open debate, cornerstones of a healthy democratic society.
Repercussions and Resistance
The implications of this large-scale manipulation are profound. By controlling the narrative and silencing opposition, these funded groups risk creating an environment where only one side of the story is told. This is not just about one billionaire’s vision for the internet; it’s about how societies decide what is true and what is not.
The efforts of Soros and his funded entities highlight a critical vulnerability in our digital age: the concentration of power in the hands of a few who can shape the political landscape by controlling information. The MRC’s findings serve as a wake-up call for those who value free speech and democratic engagement. It is crucial for the public to remain vigilant and push back against any attempts to censor or limit discourse.
As we move closer to another election cycle, the stakes could not be higher. The battle is not just over who gets to speak; it’s about ensuring that all voices, regardless of political affiliation, can contribute to the public discourse without fear of censorship or retribution.
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Our Take
The increasing attempts to control and censor online speech pose a significant threat to freedom and democracy. It’s essential that we remain alert to these efforts and support policies and technologies that ensure an open and free internet for all. The preservation of free speech and the ability to challenge prevailing narratives are fundamental to the health of our society and the functioning of our democracy. We must advocate for transparency and fairness in how information is managed and resist any attempts to silence dissenting voices.
