Heavy consequences: We should not be too quick to condemn and pass judgement, or worse, bully someone on social media. — 123rf
FREEDOM of speech has been taken for a ride recently on social media under the guise of ignorance. Many people think they can say and write whatever they want with impunity.
However, this privilege doesn’t equate to the luxury of slandering or defaming others.
Wong Chun Wai
Wong Chun Wai began his career as a journalist in Penang, and has served The Star for over 35 years in various capacities and roles. He is now group editorial and corporate affairs adviser to the group, after having served as group managing director/chief executive officer. On The Beat made its debut on Feb 23 1997 and Chun Wai has penned the column weekly without a break, except for the occasional press holiday when the paper was not published. In May 2011, a compilation of selected articles of On The Beat was published as a book and launched in conjunction with his 50th birthday. Chun Wai also comments on current issues in The Star.
