I moved on to larger matters even before wed advice about a certain Facebook account but having listened to Swisher interview of Alan Rusbridger, just want to highlight two important points we can’t overlook.
1) @karaswisher redirects towards how platform is different than historical media due to its microtargeting (thereby suppression of counter-speech) and how it provides accelerating velocity and reach to harm. When people compare simply based on # of followers, it misses this.
2) lack of use of newsworthy exemption means Facebook was bending rules for head of state due to their power. This is entirely a conflict of interest and a loophole considering their power was a result of their abuse of the platform. It’s similar to not indicting for obstruction.
Larger point, Kara’s unpacking of elements especially in the second ten minutes of interview was very helpful and explanatory to audience. Also her long perspective on the harm of the company and lack of compass for anything aligned with democracy and decency.
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