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State Department Fact Sheet -- Internet Freedom in the 21st Century: Integrating New Technologies into Diplomacy and Development
February 17, 2010 15:38
Internet Freedom in the 21st Century: Integrating New Technologies into Diplomacy and Development
Five Key Freedoms of the Internet Age
+ Freedom of Speech: Blogs, emails, text messages have opened up new forums for the exchange of ideas.
+ Freedom of Worship: The Internet enhances people’s ability to worship as they see fit.
+ Freedom from Want: Online connections expand people’s knowledge and economic opportunities including locating new markets.
+ Freedom from Fear: Those who disrupt the free flow of information threaten individual liberties and the world’s economy and civil society.
+ Freedom to Connect: Connecting with others near and far offers unprecedented opportunities for human cooperation.
Source: U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Public Affairs
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