Are Conservatives Silenced By Social Media? Trump's Twitter, Shadow Bans & Algorithms - TLDR News

Are Conservatives Silenced By Social Media? Trump's Twitter, Shadow Bans & Algorithms - TLDR News

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Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The video explores claims of conservative censorship on social media, distinguishing between passive and active censorship. Passive censorship, often unintentional, lacks evidence of bias against conservatives, while active censorship, particularly on Twitter, shows more right-leaning bans. The video questions whether platforms should have the power to censor, noting that the First Amendment doesn't apply to private companies. It concludes that while passive suppression is unsupported, active censorship may occur due to rule-breaking rather than ideological bias.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What are some potential reasons for the disparity in account bans on Twitter as mentioned in the text?

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What is the significance of the 1st Amendment in the context of social media censorship as discussed in the text?

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What conclusion does the text reach regarding evidence of conservative suppression on social media?

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How does the text characterize the presence of conservative voices on social media?

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