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Self-censorship in Latin America

Empirical evidence from Mexico and Colombia

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Teresa Flores
Dennis P. Petri

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The trend of secular intolerance in Latin America has impacted the expression of the Christian faith, manifestations of faith-based views, and even the behavior of Chris- tians. Based on 40 interviews we conducted with Christian members and represen- tatives of the political sector, media, education and church, in Colombia and Mexico, we show that at least a subset of the Christian population self-censors in order not to be affected by legal sanctions or a hostile environment. This self-censorship is the result of a “chilling effect” whereby Christians tend to conform to dominant rules or norms for fear of being sanctioned or criticized.

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2022-03-02

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Vol. 13 No. 1/2 (2020): Responding to secularism

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