Are The Internet And Social Networking Sites Essential to Democratic Movements Such as in Iran, Egypt, and Tunisia. The general Assembly Nearly Says No.
Charles Arthur-The New York Times
In closing moments of the SFUMUN, the General Assembly nearly agreed to give states authority to shut down internet in the event of a crisis similar to the protests that many Middle Eastern countries have experienced. Media democracy activists have responded with outrage at this attempt to stifle the democratic potential of digital media and social networking sites.
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