At the GlobalFact summit, Brazilian officials highlighted the importance of regulating misinformation on social media, arguing it is not a violation of free speech. Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes insisted that digital actions should mirror real-world laws, while Cármen Lúcia compared misinformation regulations to traffic laws aimed at preventing harm. Attorney General Jorge Messias noted that technology itself isn't the issue, rather how it's used. These leaders are pivotal in Brazil's anti-disinformation efforts, providing a framework for balancing freedom of expression with public safety.
Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes emphasized that rules against misinformation in the digital realm mirror those in the physical world, underscoring the legal boundaries of expression.
Cármen Lúcia, president of Brazil's Superior Electoral Court, likened regulating disinformation to traffic laws, asserting that freedom must not cause harm to others.
Attorney General Jorge Messias highlighted that technology itself is neutral, with its impact determined largely by the intent and actions of its users.
Cristina Tardáguila, founder of a Brazilian fact-checking organization, recognized the significance of Brazil’s top officials in the global fight against misinformation.
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