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On October 28th, the CEOs of Twitter, Facebook, and Google testified remotely before the Senate Commerce Committee, focusing on Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, which protects online platforms from liability for user content. The hearing also addressed the suppression of a New York Post story about Hunter Biden. Concurrently, a Newsy Ipsos poll revealed that less than half of Americans are confident in a peaceful transfer of power if Joe Biden wins the election. Concerns were raised about the validity of mail-in voting and potential delays in election results, with 65% of Americans expecting results within a week.

What was the main focus of the hearing involving the CEOs of Twitter, Facebook, and Google?

• The financial performance of tech companies

• The role of technology in education

• Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act

• The impact of social media on mental health

Which story's suppression by social media platforms was discussed during the hearing?

• A story about climate change

• A story about Hunter Biden

• A story about the stock market

• A story about the COVID-19 pandemic

According to a Newsy Ipsos poll, what percentage of Americans are confident in a peaceful transfer of power if Joe Biden wins?

• More than half

• Fewer than half

• None

• Exactly half

What has President Trump expressed doubt about regarding the election?

• The influence of foreign governments

• The role of the Electoral College

• The validity of mail-in voting

• The accuracy of exit polls

What percentage of Americans expect to know the election results within a week?

• 50%

• 65%

• 85%

• 75%