Chinese propaganda is rampant on the fediverse. We need to discuss ways to combat this. One group- memes or something is wholly controlled by Chinese state actors. What do you think?

  • ☂️-@lemmy.ml
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    4 months ago

    whataboutism is a thought-terminating cliche.

    it ends up a very effective way of shutting down comparison between them.

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      4 months ago

      The whole point is that there is no comparison necessary. It’s nothing but a deflection.

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        4 months ago

        the comparison is very necessary when the problems and contradictions in the countries being smeared pale in comparison.