Essay paper (Intro to Political Theory Course)
Budget: $30 – $250 USD
According to the Johns Hopkins University Corona Virus Resource CenterLinks to an external site., the US has experienced more Covid-related deaths than any other country in the world. Moreover, research shows that misinformation (incorrect statements), and disinformation (incorrect statements with the intention to cause harm) are partly to blame for this dubious distinction. (Gabarron, et. al.) Social media platforms have taken various steps to mitigate the effects of disinformation (henceforth, “fake news”). But the problem remains, and on some platforms disinformation spreads faster than real informationLinks to an external site. (and not because of bots).
Is limiting or banning fake news a restriction of liberty? Whether or not it is a restriction on liberty, is it justified?
This essay requires you to make two arguments. The first is about the nature of liberty, and the reasoning for this argument must invoke a conception of liberty AND explain how a competing theory of liberty is mistaken about limiting fake news. The second argument requires you to assert the relationship between liberty and [at least one] other value, such as equality, security, growth of knowledge, justice, etc. I will send you more details of the essay if needed.
Is limiting or banning fake news a restriction of liberty? Whether or not it is a restriction on liberty, is it justified?
This essay requires you to make two arguments. The first is about the nature of liberty, and the reasoning for this argument must invoke a conception of liberty AND explain how a competing theory of liberty is mistaken about limiting fake news. The second argument requires you to assert the relationship between liberty and [at least one] other value, such as equality, security, growth of knowledge, justice, etc. I will send you more details of the essay if needed.