Fight fake news with legal consequences
Currently, people can spread false information without facing any legal consequences. Instituting severe legal consequences can help curb such behaviors.
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Several countries have already enacted laws against fake news.
Fake news laws tread a thin line between combating the spread of false information and censorship. They are also easily abused by draconian authorities.
Unfortunately, protections for freedom of speech make it difficult to take legal action against those who spread false information.
This is long overdue! People are ruining others’ lives by spreading false information without any concern.