Chilling effect
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Illustration: Cover of the Nazi Germany 1937 Degenerate art exhibition.
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A chilling effect is a term in law and communication which describes a situation where speech or conduct is suppressed by fear of penalization at the interests of an individual or group. It may prompt self-censorship and therefore hamper free speech. Since many attacks rely on libel law, the term libel chill is also often used. This is the same concept as a Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation, or "SLAPP" suit.
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