Debate: Freedom of the Press, Social Media & Fake News
Freedom of the press, misinformation, and digital platforms: how do we protect public discourse and democracy in the age of fake news?
About this Video
Media freedom in Greece no longer concerns only the traditional press but also the internet, social media, and digital platforms where public discourse is shaped on a daily basis. In an era of low trust in news, fake news, trolls, anonymous comments, and organized misinformation, this debate examines how freedom of expression can be protected without undermining the quality of public discourse. Drawing on international indicators such as the Reuters Institute Digital News Report and the Reporters Without Borders press freedom rankings, the discussion focuses on the role of government, opposition, media, and digital platforms in addressing modern threats to information and democracy.
⚖️ Participants:
- Pavlos Marinakis, Deputy Minister to the Prime Minister & Government Spokesperson
- Pavlos Christidis, MP & Parliamentary Spokesperson of PASOK - KINAL
🗳️ Citizen Participation
During the debate, citizens can actively participate:
• by making statements and asking questions from the microphone,
• through live polls and electronic participation on the deliberate.gr platform
