When state run media is shut down, it is not censorship. It is the promotion of more realistic journalism that will not be blindly in favor of the government! Use common sense people!
I'm going to go out on a limb and explain for the government of Honduras to the world (since they are a bit busy right now) why the media has been turned off (many were international stations.) The provision in a treaty that I can't remember the name of, I think the American Convention or some U.N. provision, gives nations the benefit of being able to suspend several freedoms in times of emergency. I am not making this up, this provision was explained in the Human Rights Watch letter to the U.N. regarding Honduras.
Now, it certainly is an emergency. The world refuses to aknowledge the government exists. However, might I suggest considering the tone the world has taken, and the way the media continues to call this a coup (which for all people, including Hondurans, will be a spark for revolt) and under such a condition they need to calm their people from rebelling based on a lie. Again, use common sense.
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Update: Venezuela has taken the licenses of over 200 media outlets in their country for having advertisements or statements in favor of private property.
Whatever happened to mowing your own lawn before you mow the neighbors?
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