EU President proposes pre-bunking strategy to combat disinformation

EU President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed a strategy called "pre-bunking" to combat disinformation, suggesting that citizens need to be "vaccinated" against false information. This approach aims to promote what she considers accurate information in public discourse. Von der Leyen is currently facing a criminal investigation related to contracts with pharmaceutical companies. Critics argue that her stance on disinformation reflects a broader trend of censorship and control over free speech. The proposal has sparked controversy, with opponents claiming it undermines the principles of open discussion and inquiry. They argue that knowledge evolves through debate and that suppressing dissenting views hinders learning and discovery.