“Coronavirus Disinformation, Freedom of Speech, and Social Media,” in Political Philosophy in a Pandemic, edited by Aveek Bhattacharya and Fay Niker, London, UK: Bloomsbury, 2021.

Misinformation about coronavirus is rampant on social media networks. In many instances, this misinformation — whether about the virus’s cause or its cure — is dangerous, and in some cases has already led to death. What should be done to contain or counter this misinformation? Does a proper commitment to freedom of expression mean that individuals must be free to peddle dangerous falsehoods — and that social media companies must be free to provide a platform for them — or should the law intervene?

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