Michael Schellenberger

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Score -202
5/28/2025, 2:06:13 PM
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Michael Shellenberger
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An Executive Order, the “America First Policy Directive,” signed by President Donald Trump in January, declared the foreign policy of the United States to be the protection of core American interests and American citizens.
Michael Shellenberger
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The new State Department sanctions reinforce the administration’s view of freedom of expression as a strategic American interest, as well as an instrument of foreign policy.
Michael Shellenberger
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And the new rules would also sanction foreign officials who threaten to arrest foreign nationals “physically present in the United States” for activity they take on U.S. technology platforms, and who order US tech companies to halt payments to individuals in the United States for
Michael Shellenberger
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The new rule would also allow the State Department to deny visas to foreign officials who demand that US companies follow foreign censorship demands in the form of “content moderation policies,” as the European Union appears poised to do with the DSA.
Michael Shellenberger
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The new policy allows sanctions in the form of visa denial for a variety of attacks on free speech, including if foreign officials threaten to arrest representatives of social media firms, or freeze their assets, as the Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Moraes has done, including
Michael Shellenberger
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Through the DSA the European Union is trying to set standards for how Google, Apple, Meta, Amazon, X and others censor content. The U.S. “is committed to shutting down the global censorship-industrial complex,” a State Department communication seen by the Journal said.

The statement engages in public discourse by addressing international concerns about censorship and free speech, particularly in relation to U.S. foreign policy. It critiques European governments' actions against populist candidates and aligns with the 'America First Policy Directive' emphasizing American interests.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement aims to highlight potential harm caused by foreign censorship, aligning with the principle of doing no harm by advocating for free speech. [+1]
  2. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    By criticizing foreign censorship, the statement promotes understanding and empathy for those affected by such policies. [+1]
  3. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses its platform to influence public opinion on international free speech issues, aligning with the principle of using influence for societal betterment. [+1]
  4. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement upholds free speech principles by advocating against censorship, aligning with responsible use of the platform. [+1]