Is ‘Cancel Culture’ Bad For Society?

Many public figures, including the signatories of an open letter published in Harper’s Magazine, are criticizing the “illiberalism” of cancel culture spreading across American society as a threat to democracy. The Harper’s letter was signed by 153 journalists, academics, and public figures, and drew its own firestorm of public controversy and criticism.

“Cancel culture refers to the popular practice of withdrawing support for (canceling) public figures and companies after they have done or said something considered objectionable or offensive.” (Dictionary.com)