This extension replaces political doublespeak with plain English.
What is Doublespeak?
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
This extension was removed from Chrome Web Store on
2024-02-04
Users: 44
Rating: 5.00
(2)
Creation date: 2016-11-21
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: High risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
Size: 272.38K
Email: mc*****@gmail.com
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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.
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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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