What happens when the truth is uncomfortable to those in power?

You might see something like the following:

Moscow WWII exhibit has names of historians who question state version on floor so ppl can "wipe their feet on them" https://t.co/p7AAGylG8y

— Ola Cichowlas (@olacicho) December 1, 2016

"Even it if was all made up... it’s a sacred legend that people should not touch. Those who do are scum," the Culture Minister said. https://t.co/dsD95llbTd

— Mark MacKinnon (@markmackinnon) December 1, 2016