S3 EP 3 Casuist Censorship

casuist – ( kazh-oo-ist )Noun:An oversubtle or disingenuous reasoner, especially in questions of morality.censorship/ˈsɛnsəʃɪp/ Noun:The suppression or prohibition of any parts of books, films, news, etc. that are considered obscene, politically unacceptable, or a threat to security. - Source: Google Search Pros of Censorship:Cenorship can help avoid panicCan help to avoid the spread of fake newsCensorship can keep the local population under controlPolitically correct behavior is encouragedProtection of sensitive informationThe current system can be sustainedCensorship can make sense in the context of patentsLower level of conflict between the general publicCensorship can make sense to protect our childrenSocial media censorship can help to protect usersCons of Censorship:Censorship takes away a significant level of freedom from peopleReligion is often misused to promote censorshipMay lead to a flawed perception of realityPeople will often have a quite narrow horizonEducation may suffer due to censorshipMay conflict with human rightsCensorship can lead to the discrimination of minoritiesCan also be harmful in an economic contextSpread of information is slowed downCan slow down technological progressSmall elites can govern a countryCensorship can adversely affect the values of a societyFreedom of speech is confinedTensions between countriesCensorship can lead to unpleasant political outcomesInternational trade may suffer from censorshipCensorship can be used for political goals and manipulationOpponents claim that there is no need for censorship at allCensorship can be cost-intensivePrivacy issues Source:https://environmental-conscience.com/censorship-pros-cons/ (1) Except with his consent, no person shall be hindered in the enjoyment of his freedom of expression, and for the purposes of this Article the said freedom includes freedom to hold opinions, to receive and impart ideas and information without interference, and freedom from interference with his correspondence. (2) Nothing contained in or done under the authority of any law shall be held to be inconsistent with or in contravention of this Article to the extent that the law in question makes provision- (a) which is reasonably required- (i) in the interests of defence, public safety, public order, public morality or public health; or  (ii) for the purposes of protecting the rights, reputations and freedoms of other persons, preventing the disclosure of information received in confidence, maintaining the authority and independence of the courts, or regulating telephony, telegraphy, posts, wireless broadcasting, television, public exhibitions or public entertainment; or  (b) which imposes restrictions upon persons holding office under the Crown or upon members of a disciplined force, and except so far as that provision or, as the case may be, the thing done under the authority thereof is shown not to be reasonably justifiable in a democratic society. - Source: The Consititution of The Commonwealth of The Bahamas. Chapter 3, Section 23.Should Censorship exist?Who has the right to regulate it?What does The Bahamian Constitution say?What is Electronic Communications and Transactions act?Where does URCA fit into all this?RECORDED AT GRAND BAHAMA STUDIOSAdvertise with us at HeadNod Music & S.T.A.M.P (The Street Team Advertising Marketing and Promotion.eMail - [email protected]_________________________________Find Codename: Agents of Chaos on: FB | IG | TwitterStream us  and download for free at agents-of-chaos.simplecast.comSupport us at our PayPal Link: paypal.me/codenameaocSearch & Subscribe on: Genius Radio | Broughtupsy 242 | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | iHeart Radio | Amazon Muisc & Audible