Clarence Thomas correctly defines social media networks as "akin" to common carriers, like electrical and phone companies. This is the best way forward in answering the de-platforming question.
supremecourt.gov/orders/courtor…
supremecourt.gov/orders/courtor…
Republicans were too stupid, lazy, beholden to money to act on this critical question while they had power. At the moment, many Democrats are arguing for *more* censorship, and Biden has gestured towards ending §230. All seem to agree that Big Tech "monopolies" are the problem.
Big Tech's monopolies are not the problem. Monopoly is a reality in the digital age; beyond that, monopoly is a feature of these platforms: you can talk to everyone everywhere.
The proper way forward is to acknowledge Big Tech's monopolies and move forward in a public-private partnership that ensures access to all citizens.
This would entail clear speech guidelines that can be reasonably followed and enforced. (Yes, I'm arguing *for* "speech codes" that are explicit.) Redress—that is, you could return to a platform if banned for some reason.
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