Evidence that Russia has used social media to spread fake news is emerging in Britain and Europe, in addition to the United States. Writers for Project Syndicate explore the origins and scope of the threat to democratic countries, and examine possible remedies.
Nov 16, 2017 says cyber weapons are the nukes of the digital age, except that the old rational rules no longer apply.
Nov 10, 2017 & show how political dysfunction in Washington, DC, can be bypassed through state and local action.
Nov 7, 2017 says the Kremlin’s interference in the 2016 US presidential election was symptomatic of bigger problems.
Nov 6, 2017 & highlight the proliferation of government efforts to control speech online – and how repression can be resisted.
Nov 2, 2017 warns tech firms that if they don't recognize their systemic importance, they may face a powerful backlash.
Oct 31, 2017 condemns media in Japan and elsewhere that use their final cut to manipulate rather than to inform.
Not long ago, America was the unchallenged global hegemon. But as inept leadership fuels an alarming surge in COVID-19 cases amid deepening economic distress and nationwide protests against systemic racism and police violence, many are wondering whether the US can govern itself, much less lead the world.
