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Without independent knowledge, democracy loses its ability to correct itself
Translated title. Original: Zonder onafhankelijke kennis verliest de democratie haar vermogen zichzelf te corrigeren
The document argues that democracy requires more than free speech; independent journalism, open science, and access to information must be protected in the constitution to safeguard citizens' ability to know and critically assess reality, despite barriers like paywalls, censorship, and platform control.