Doublespeak

This extension replaces political doublespeak with plain English.

Doublespeak: Replace Political Doublespeak with Plain English

Doublespeak is a Chrome extension that replaces political doublespeak with plain English. Install the extension to open a duplicate tab with realtalk instead of euphemisms. Replaced terms include 'adversary' with 'anybody', 'extrajudicial' with 'illegal', and more.

Extension stats

Users: 44
Rating: 5.00
(2)
Version: 0.2 (Last updated: 2016-11-21)
Creation date: 2016-11-21
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • http://*/*
  • activeTab
Size: 272.38K

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Extension summary

The web is now filled with political doublespeak--euphemisms intended to make undesirable actions seem anodyne. With this extension you can start turning the tide. Installing the app adds a button to your Chrome window that, when clicked, will open a duplicate of the current tab but with doublespeak replaced by realtalk.

Currently replaced terms (v0.2) include:

  • adversary: anybody
  • extrajudicial: illegal
  • rendition: kidnapping
  • post-truth: lying
  • fake news: propaganda
  • alt-right: white supremacist

Additions to this dictionary are welcome.

User reviews

fine
by Md.Mostafizur Rahman, 2017-12-30
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Doublespeak requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Doublespeak may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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