Getting the solution right: Statement of PH media orgs, journalists on pending anti-disinformation bills
Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism. The statement emphasizes that existing laws already cover many harmful acts and that criminalizing speech is ineffective, as it does not tackle the systemic issues behind disinformation. The signatories advocate for a comprehensive strategy that includes strengthening government transparency, supporting independent journalism, and promoting media literacy, rather than imposing new restrictions on expression.
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- ▪The statement emphasizes that existing laws already cover many harmful acts and that criminalizing speech is ineffective, as it does not tackle the systemic issues behind disinformation.
- ▪The signatories advocate for a comprehensive strategy that includes strengthening government transparency, supporting independent journalism, and promoting media literacy, rather than imposing new restrictions on expression.
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window.rapplerAds.displayAd( "mobile-top-billboard" ); window.rapplerAds.displayAd( "oop" ); window.rapplerAds.displayAd( "mobile-oop" ); Fighting disinformation Getting the solution right: Statement of PH media orgs, journalists on pending anti-disinformation bills Jul 24, 2026 8:30 AM PHT Rappler.com Listen to this article Upgrade to listen Powered by Speechify Already have Rappler+? Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism. Over 50 media organizations issue a statement rejecting the two consolidated anti-disinformation bills pending in the House and Senate, saying they criminalize individual users when waht is needed is enforcing accountability of social media platforms AT A GLANCE Over 50 media organizations and journalists in the Philippines have issued a statement opposing…
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