Stephen Donnelly accuses Sinn Fein of ‘weaponising social media’

The transcript discusses the belief that Sinn Fein has effectively weaponized social media through sophisticated campaigns, with concerns about their Facebook pages being managed from Eastern Europe. It highlights the toxicity of platforms like Twitter and Facebook, the issues with targeted advertising, and the lack of transparency in online interactions. The discussion also covers the online abuse faced by politicians, especially females, and questions the responsibility of social media platforms in managing hatred and violence.

What is the main concern about Sinn Fein's use of social media?

• They only use Twitter.

• Their Facebook pages were managed from Eastern Europe.

• They have not used it effectively.

• They have no online presence.

What is a significant issue with targeted advertising on social media?

• It is always accurate.

• It is not used by political parties.

• It is too expensive.

• There is little transparency in what users see.

How has social media impacted female politicians according to the speaker?

• They receive more support.

• They face appalling abuse.

• They are ignored.

• They have more followers.

What role should social media platforms play according to the speaker?

• They should charge for all services.

• They should not monitor content.

• They should allow all content.

• They should take responsibility for the content they allow.

What is the speaker's view on the responsibility of the Iraqis?

• They should address issues of hatred and violence.

• They should ban all social media.

• They should promote more advertising.

• They should ignore social media issues.