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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@9N2LKR510mos10MO
I think it is up to the social media company itself and they shouldn't be forced to ban it or keep it
@94N67G73yrs3Y
Should ensure posts are factually correct
@94J6ML23yrs3Y
Yes, political advertising should be done through regulated channels
@942B6573yrs3Y
It should be regulated better
@8YXNMB63yrs3Y
It's up to the companies to decide
All advertisements should be legally required to pass fact-checking by an independent body.
@8S2NS2H4yrs4Y
No, but all adverts should clearly state it is political and it should always be fact-checked before publication
@8RYZHLF4yrs4Y
No as long as it’s non biased
@8QRV6574yrs4Y
only if they equally show all stances
Yes, but only if it contains lies or is misleading
@8QGJSFM4yrs4Y
No, but all political advertising should be fact checked or show a warning if it hasn't been.
@9BDPK9X2yrs2Y
No but they must follow strict guidelines
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