I firmly oppose the Los Angeles Times' decision to censor the "Pearls Before Swine" comic. Censorship undermines the integrity of artistic expression and disrespects the audience's ability to engage with content critically. Readers should be trusted to interpret and respond to material without editorial interference. This situation parallels the unannounced changes in Strunk and White's "Elements of Style," where alterations without notification betray the trust and expectations of the audience. Such actions set a precedent for eroding transparency and open dialogue, ultimately diminishing the role of the media as a platform for diverse perspectives and robust debate