They wrought this themselves by contorting themselves and twisting ex-post to say that essentially they would not allow unverified information (from a major newspaper none the less) trend and spread “misinformation” or “illegally obtained” information.
While all along that was never a problem with the Steele Dossier or more recently the current POTUS’s tax returns.
It’s completely unbelievable and it’s clear they are digging hard for an excuse but can’t come up with one that squares with everything else they have done.
Did I say that I agreed? I'm just pointing out that they tried to move away from the "unverified information" argument because it was opening a huge can of dragons.
I am of the opinion section 230 should mean that big tech companies shouldn't be removing or influencing anything that is not illegal (cp, revenge porn, etc), or active bot accounts and spam. If you start to police comments or links for being political or holding certain values, then you are not unbiased, and should be liable for everything else. You can't have your cake and eat it too.
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While all along that was never a problem with the Steele Dossier or more recently the current POTUS’s tax returns.
It’s completely unbelievable and it’s clear they are digging hard for an excuse but can’t come up with one that squares with everything else they have done.
It was naked partisanship, plain and simple. Tech companies may be heading for their game of thrones "power is power" moment.