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The discussion highlights how American institutions and corporations are increasingly influenced by China’s stringent censorship policies. Initiatives like the suppression of apps in Huawei phones or corporate self-censorship on sensitive topics—such as Tibet or Taiwan—reveal a growing digital tyranny. This trend poses a challenge to the principles of free expression, with economic interests often outweighing human rights concerns.
Events like the NBA’s capitulation to China’s censorship after a tweet supporting Hong Kong protests exemplify this troubling dynamic. Companies and celebrities weigh profits over principles, adapting to authoritarian demands at the expense of their integrity.