Censorship Pros And Cons Essay

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Censorship Is censorship the answer to the issues of hate propaganda within society? Do we shield our children’s eye to the harsh realities in life, and let them discover the shocking truths on their own? It can be nice to pretend that this is a world devoid of hate and perversions, but this is not reality. People have a right to be aware of the multifaceted society in which they are a part of if they choose to. Garry Wills presents the concept of censorship “In Praise of Censure” published in 1989, by Times Magazine. He believes that censor may not be an issue that is subject to government enforcement, but it is up to society to enforce censorship. Although Will has stated his support for the first amendment, the freedom of speech, he also agrees with censorship within boundaries. It is an attack on the intelligence of society to censor expressions therefore limiting the choice for an individual to create their own personal boundaries. The bulk of society is capable of developing their own ideas and critical thoughts about the …show more content…

The minorities of society often have little choice in these matters which leave it in control of the majority to scrutinize expressions of the public. Too often are matters of censor the decisions of those people who hold power and riches. Wills uses a particular situation in which a photography exhibit by Robert Mapplethorpe which included some photos on the verge of kiddie pornography and sadomasochism was cancelled in order for the Corcoran Gallery to influence the government to continue its financial support. One is not expected to support that in which he/she disapproves and the choice to cancel the exhibit was the choice of the Corcoran Gallery. To naturally assume that the art will not be supported by the government shows how censor has repressed and placed limits on artistic expressions even though they may not be

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