Michael Schellenberger

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18. The US Must Resist Global Censorship

The TWITTER FILES - FRANCE reveals a previously unknown aspect of the rise of the Censorship Industrial Complex, which is that nation’s role in pioneering government censorship-by-NGO proxy, which was at the heart of the US Department of
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17. France is now going after Elon Musk’s X

In July 2025, a Paris prosecutor launched a criminal investigation into Elon Musk’s X and its management for alleged interference with an IT system, fraudulent data extraction, and foreign interference.

These are significant
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16. “How likely do you think a raid is on the Twitter France office?”

It was a show trial that failed to persuade the judge. “Damien was just perfect,” wrote Twitter’s French attorney in a July 9, 2021 email to Twitter executives about the hearing. “The police officer was very
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15. “Twitter's moderation… can undermine public order and the proper functioning of our society.”

French courts in 2022 prosecuted then-Twitter France CEO, Damien Viel for alleged “non compliance with a judicial injunction” and “complicity to libel.”

The issue? A unit of the
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14. Miss France's attorney demands censorship: "What would have happened if Twitter was around in 1942?  Would they have allowed Hitler to speak?"

The NGOs cited displeasure with how Twitter was handling alleged online harassment of Miss France. "Despite Plaintiffs' initial
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13. Macron Attempts to Circumvent French Law

The apparent coordination between the NGOs, the hate speech bill, and Macron’s attempt to contact Dorsey could easily be seen as attempts to circumvent the law. Under French law, the state is barred from imposing preemptive censorship

The statement and linked content engage in public discourse by discussing the role of France in the development of a 'Censorship Industrial Complex' and its implications for global censorship practices. It critiques government actions and policies related to censorship and free speech, particularly in the context of social media platforms.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement raises concerns about government censorship, which could be seen as promoting harm reduction by advocating for free speech. [+1]
  2. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    By highlighting issues of censorship, the statement may promote understanding and awareness of governmental influence on free speech. [+1]
  3. Principle 4:
    I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
    The statement engages in criticism of government actions, which can be constructive if it encourages dialogue and reform. [+1]
  4. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement uses its platform to address societal issues related to censorship and free speech, aiming to influence public opinion and policy. [+1]