Political opponents face selective prosecution as the nation witnesses a disgraceful circus in Atlanta. Fani Willis, the DA, indicts former President Trump for tweets while expressing her own doubts about the election on Twitter. Questioning elections becomes illegal when Democrats win, but defending democracy when Republicans win.

The battle for internet governance rages on as China advocates for a centralized and authoritarian model called the "New IP," while Western countries argue for a decentralized and democratic approach. This clash bears significant geopolitical and economic consequences, as standards not only affect technical matters but also shape China's relationship with the West. China aims to embed its own ideology into the internet's design, using the United Nations International Telecommunication Union as a platform. However, a splintered internet with different national networks poses a threat to global connectivity and interoperability. Democratic states must strike a balance between preserving open values and engaging with China to prevent costly fragmentation and safeguard their interests.

The Digest, 8/25/2023 @300AM, CDT

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