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The importance of free speech platforms like X extends beyond mere political debate. They are engines for societal resilience, enabling citizens to gather insights, challenge authority, and hold power accountable. As misinformation and censorship proliferate, platforms that restore openness could prevent societal decay into tyranny.
Historically, only countries with strong protections for free speech—like the United States—have maintained the highest level of informational freedom, fostering innovation and civic engagement. Musk’s efforts risk revitalizing this principle globally, especially in Europe where regulatory and cultural barriers often suppress dissent.