Debate Over Social Media Speech

Debate Over Social Media Speech

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Business, Social Studies, Information Technology (IT), Architecture

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The transcript discusses the role of social media in the insurrection, leading to account suspensions on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. It highlights Twitter's permanent suspension of Trump's account and the resulting polarization. The actions of tech giants like Amazon, Apple, and Google against Parler are examined, raising concerns about moderation and censorship. The debate over tech companies' power and accountability is explored, along with discussions on regulation and Section 230 protections.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did Twitter take against President Trump's account?

Limited his tweets

Permanently suspended it

Flagged his tweets for misinformation

Suspended it temporarily

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which social media network faced service termination by Amazon?

Facebook

Instagram

Parler

Twitter

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a major concern about Parler that led to its removal from app stores?

Lack of user engagement

Data privacy issues

Excessive advertisements

Inadequate moderation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main issue raised by the tech companies' decisions regarding digital speech?

Increased user engagement

The need for clear regulation

Improved platform security

Enhanced user privacy

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Senator Lindsey Graham propose regarding Section 230 protections?

Maintaining the status quo

Strengthening them

Stripping them from Big Tech

Expanding them to more companies