Post-truth, fear and control information: what role for law?

Abstract

This essay explores the connection between post-truth and fear, arguing that the latter may be used as a tool to control information and thus manipulate public opinion. Furthermore, it discusses the role of law in regulating post-truth (among others, by a better regulation of Information Society providers). Eventually, some solutions are proposed.

Keywords

• post-truth
• fear
• information society
• legal philosophy