The Megyn Kelly Show Criminalizing Speech, and Performative Outrage, with Kmele Foster, Michael Moynihan, and Matt Welch | Ep. 328
May 24, 2022
Kmele Foster, Michael Moynihan, and Matt Welch, co-hosts of "The Fifth Column" podcast, dive deep into the troubling rise of criminalizing speech in contemporary discourse. They discuss the backlash against free speech, the challenges of political 'zombification,' and the perils of performative outrage. The conversation touches on comedy's role in navigating sensitive topics, particularly regarding gender identity. They also critically examine media narratives around high-profile incidents, emphasizing the need for accountability and integrity in journalism.
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Carl Cameron's Shift
- Carl Cameron, previously a neutral journalist at Fox News, has become a vocal advocate for criminalizing speech.
- He suggests that the president should take charge of "the lying" and jail people for it.
Disturbing the Peace
- "Disturbing the peace" is a chilling concept, especially from journalists, as it's historically been used to suppress dissent in authoritarian regimes.
- The hosts find it alarming that this concept is gaining traction in American political discourse.
Speech as Violence
- Classifying speech as violence is a tactic to suppress unwanted opinions by associating it with something universally disliked.
- This reframing allows for silencing opposition under the guise of preventing violence.