In October 2019 Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey announced that his social media company would ban all political advertising. He stated that political messages on the platform should reach users through the recommendation of other users – not through paid reach. Proponents argue that social media companies don’t have the tools to stop the spread of false information since their advertising platforms aren’t moderated by human beings. Opponents argue that the ban will disenfranchise candidates and campaigns who rely on social media for grassroots organizing and fundraising.
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@9DPKMRVConservative2yrs2Y
No, the government parties themselves shouldn't be able to advertise beyond providing their platform and participating in debates.
@9F84QGJ 2yrs2Y
yes, only the advertising that doesn't show the full story
@95QZWP73yrs3Y
No, but put regulations in place to prevent targeting.
@8XMNZZ63yrs3Y
They should be monatred as they are pro left wing
@8VTZVJ2Conservative4yrs4Y
No. You cannot dictate what a private corporation chooses to have on its service.
@8VRZVG94yrs4Y
no as long as what is being advertised is factual and true
@8VPMD3QConservative4yrs4Y
No, but political advertisements on social media should go through a review process before uploading to ensure they do not spread misinformation
@8VH2TZWConservative4yrs4Y
No, social media providers have too much power over our data and can easily use this to unjustly influence people. Social media needs to be heavily regulated.
@8VDDBX4Conservative4yrs4Y
No. Social media shouldn't be allowed to ban anything or anyone.
@8TZY7T94yrs4Y
Social media is private, they can do as they wish as long as they are consistent between all parties.
@8TV8MBY4yrs4Y
No, unless they are used to incite violence against opponents.
@8TNXCKTConservative4yrs4Y
No, but strict disclosure and attribution requirements should be enforced
@8QWCPJ7Conservative4yrs4Y
Depends on how serious the situation is
@8Q8VGR8Conservative4yrs4Y
Social media should ban All advertising
@8QZL5HTConservative4yrs4Y
No, but they should restrict what they are promoting.
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