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– Private censorship is not the best way to fight hate or defend democracy: Here are some better ideas (Demo)

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By HRNJ-Uganda International Media News February 4, 2018

"We are at a critical moment for free expression online and for the role of the Internet in the fabric of democratic societies. We need to get this right."
Source: MEDIA FEED

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