Should Social Media shut down Conspiracy Theories?

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I understand that private entities can control what speech is put on their media. But is that a wise idea not to air alternative points of view on huge powerhouses such as Youtube, facebook, Twitter Etc?

I'm thinking specifically of this Plandemic lady. I, personally, have not viewed her video. I'm not interested in her particular point of view. I have never felt the need to investigate every conspiracy theory out there.

I do think there is a lot of paranoia in sothat might be well earned. Social media such as facebook and Youtube wield enormous power and influence over public opinion.

The government has pulled a lot of sneaky tricks on the public over the years. I don't trust them. I also don't trust the Chinese government.

I don't trust large pharmaceutical companies or the mega-corporations. Their lust for money, power and influence is insatiable.

Should we give social media giants, who practically hold monopolies on the public form, the abilities to shut down conspiracy theories? I'll bet there are some true ones out there.

On 6/9/2020 at 11:13 AM, FolksBtrippin said:

Overfunding creates excessive policing which blights neighborhoods and leads to more poverty and ironically more crime. Camden, NJ was one of the most dangerous cities in the nation, and it benefited from defunding its police department. Minneapolis is most certainly excessively policed, as evidenced by recent events.

I read your comment because of that cat.

I'm on the fence on this one. Most conspiracies are usually proven to be true. Having said that, there are some who just enjoy creating havoc and conflict and getting people riled up for their own twisted entertainment. Some social media platforms like Youtube and Twitter have started removing disinformation, not just conspiracy theories, but disinfo in general. There will always be conspiracy theories. Freedom of speech protects them unless they're so detrimental they become dangerous.

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