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One core issue at the heart of this controversy revolves around free speech and power dynamics within the industry. Critics argue that organizations and individuals aligned with DEI initiatives often feel empowered to wield social media and industry influence to target opponents, suppress opinions, and dominate discourse—yet they often attempt to shield themselves from criticism by blocking, deleting, or protecting their accounts.
Meanwhile, supporters of free expression see these efforts as a form of censorship—a way for a concerted minority to silence divergent viewpoints under the guise of social justice.