How to Stand Up to a Dictator: The Fight for Our Future

Analyze the role of social media platforms in facilitating the spread of disinformation and its impact on democratic processes.

How does the book’s portrayal of the Philippines as a “Petri dish” for disinformation tactics inform your understanding of global information warfare?

Evaluate the effectiveness of Ressa’s proposed solutions, such as the #FactsFirstPH initiative, in combating disinformation.

Compare and contrast the challenges faced by journalists in the Philippines with those of reporters in other countries experiencing democratic backsliding.

Examine the relationship between press freedom and the overall health of a democracy, using examples from the book.

How does Ressa’s account of the Marcos family’s rehabilitation through social media illustrate the power of online propaganda?

Discuss the ethical considerations journalists face when reporting in hostile political environments, as described by Ressa. How does her distinction between “objective” and “good” journalism contribute to these considerations?

Analyze the role of international recognition, such as the Nobel Peace Prize, in protecting journalists and promoting press freedom.